How long is the Yala City to Galle City private transfer?

Approximately 1h 47m for 88.9 km on the standard road route. Real travel time varies with traffic, especially near Colombo and Negombo at peak hours.

How much does the Yala City to Galle City transfer cost?

Prices start at USD 43.00 for a Small Car — all-inclusive (driver, fuel, tolls, air-conditioning). Larger vehicles and premium classes are priced higher; see the vehicle table on this page for the full list.

Is the price per person or per vehicle?

Per vehicle. The price is the same whether one passenger or the full capacity travels — choose the class that fits your group size.

What vehicle classes are available?

Options on this route: Small Car, Standard Car, Standard Van, Large Van, Standard Bus. Each vehicle is private and not shared with other guests.

Can I book this transfer for a late-night or early-morning flight?

Yes. Lakpura private transfers operate 24 hours a day including airport pick-ups and drop-offs for night and early-morning flights, with no surcharge for off-peak times.

Can I book a return transfer?

Yes — book a one-way here, then add the reverse leg as a second booking, or contact us for a round-trip arrangement.

What is included in the transfer fare?

Driver, fuel, vehicle running costs, road tolls, air-conditioning, and all standard taxes. Parking, food, and any optional stops along the way are not included.

Yala City to Galle City Private Transfer

Your route

Same fixed-fare pricing we'd quote a guest by email — no metered surprises.

Pick-up

Yala City

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Drop-off

Galle City

Pick a vehicle

Pricing is the live driver-trip fare for this exact route.

Small Car

1–2 passengers, 1 large + 1 small bag

USD 43fixed fare

Standard Car

1–3 passengers, 2 large bags

USD 45fixed fare

Standard Van

4–6 passengers, 4 large bags

USD 86fixed fare

Large Van

7–9 passengers, 6 large bags

USD 100fixed fare

Standard Bus

10–15 passengers, 10+ large bags

USD 157fixed fare

Your details

We'll email a confirmation voucher and dispatch your driver. Cancel free up to 24 hours before pick-up.

Pick-up date / time Passengers

Notes (flight number, child seats, luggage)

First name Last name

Email Mobile (with country code)

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Your Lakpura chauffeur meets you at the pick-up address in Yala City and drives you directly to any address within Galle City limits. The route covers 88.9 kilometres and takes approximately 1 hour 47 minutes.

Choose the vehicle that fits your group and luggage. Every option is private — you will never share the ride with other travellers.

Small Car — 1–2 passengers, 1 large + 1 small bag — USD 49 per trip
Standard Car — 1–3 passengers, 2 large bags — USD 55 per trip
Standard Van — 4–6 passengers, 4 large bags — USD 66 per trip
Large Van — 7–9 passengers, 6 large bags — USD 80 per trip
Standard Bus — 10–15 passengers, 10+ large bags — USD 143 per trip

Includes

Pick-up from your address in Yala City and drop-off at any address within Galle City limits.
English-speaking chauffeur-guide.
Air-conditioned private vehicle — no shared rides.
60 minutes of free waiting time at pick-up.
500 ml bottled water per passenger.
All taxes, tolls, parking, and applicable entry charges.
24/7 dispatch support via phone and WhatsApp.

Excludes

Extra stops or sightseeing en route — book Lakpura's intercity with stop-over product for that.
Baby or booster seats unless requested in advance via the notes field at checkout.
Oversized luggage such as surfboards or golf bags.
Transport for differently-abled passengers (a separate dedicated service is available).
Transport for pets.

Notes

Cancellations are free up to 24 hours before the scheduled pick-up time.
Lakpura's dispatch team is available around the clock — reach them by phone or WhatsApp at any time.