120 kmAbout 2.5 hours

Colombo Airport (CMB) → Galle

Book a private, one-way taxi transfer from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Galle from $78. Fixed price, English-speaking driver, sedan and van options.

Distance
120 km, Colombo Airport (CMB) to Galle
Journey time
About 2.5 hours by road, traffic dependent

About this route

This is the fastest of our airport transfers, running almost entirely on the Southern Expressway down the coast. It's a straightforward, largely flat drive, with the sea visible for much of the final approach into Galle.

Fixed price by vehicle

Some vehicle classes on this route don't have a confirmed rate yet — get in touch for an up-to-date quote.

  • Sedan / Car

    2–3 passengers · 2 large bags

  • Van / KDH

    3–8 passengers · 6 large bags

  • Mini-Coach

    9+ passengers · Group luggage trailer available

    Rates coming soon

Visiting Galle?

Some of our multi-day tours already include Galle — worth a look if you'd rather not plan the rest of the trip yourself.

Common questions

If yours is not here, ask — we answer email and WhatsApp within a day.

Does this transfer go via the expressway?

Yes — the Southern Expressway keeps this one of the fastest routes on the island.

Is this a taxi or a private transfer?

It's a private, chauffeur-driven car or van booked in advance at a fixed price — not a metered taxi hailed on the street.

Is the price really fixed?

Yes — the price shown is the total for the vehicle, agreed before you travel. There's no meter and no surge pricing.

What's included in the price?

The driver, the vehicle, air conditioning, bottled water and Wi-Fi — the same as our day-hire cars and vans.

What if our flight is delayed?

Let us know your updated arrival time as soon as you have it and we'll adjust the pickup — there's no extra charge for a late landing.

Ready to book this transfer?

Send us your flight details or pickup time and we'll confirm the vehicle and price.