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Mirissa to Tangalle
The coast gets quieter east of Matara. Tangalle is the place to slow down after the busier towns.
Your options
| Mode | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Private car / taxiDoor to door. Book a driver, or use PickMe/Uber (car). | 1 – 1.25 hours | LKR 5,800 – LKR 8,200 |
| Tuk-tukThe lower end is the app price; street drivers usually ask more. | ~105 min | LKR 4,800 – LKR 10,600 |
| TrainThe coastal line now continues past Matara to Beliatta, about 15 minutes by tuk-tuk from Tangalle. | 1 – 1.5 hours | LKR 80 – 250 |
| BusBus to Matara, then a Tangalle or Hambantota bus. | 1.5 hours | LKR 200 – 300 |
Fares are estimates, last reviewed October 2026.
Local tips
- Stop at Dondra Head lighthouse, the southernmost point of Sri Lanka, on the way.
Check a fare
About 48 km by road
🛺 Tuk-tuk (PickMe / Uber)LKR 4,800 – LKR 6,200~1 h 43 min
🛺 Tuk-tuk (street, negotiated)LKR 7,200 – LKR 10,600A fair price to agree before you get in
🚗 Private car with driverLKR 5,800 – LKR 8,200~1 h 12 min · tolls extra
Estimates only, last reviewed October 2026. Prices go up late at night, during festivals and in peak season.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Mirissa to Tangalle?
About 1 – 1.25 hours by car for the 48 km trip. The train takes 1 – 1.5 hours. The bus takes 1.5 hours.
How much does a taxi from Mirissa to Tangalle cost?
Expect roughly LKR 5,800 – LKR 8,200 for a private car with a driver. Prices last reviewed October 2026.
What is the cheapest way to get from Mirissa to Tangalle?
The train (LKR 80 – 250) or bus (LKR 200 – 300). The coastal line now continues past Matara to Beliatta, about 15 minutes by tuk-tuk from Tangalle.
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