Mirissa Taxi Service

Whale watching and the south coast beaches, just east of Galle.

Routes7 priced journeys

Cancellationfree, 24h+

Journeys to and from Mirissa

Journey	Distance	Time	From
Mirissa → Colombo Airport (CMB)	176.2 km	2 hr 34 min	Rs 26,250 Mini / Small Car
Mirissa → Matara	12 km	28 min	Rs 1,790 Mini / Small Car
Mirissa → Galle	34.3 km	1 hr 3 min	Rs 12,670 Mini / Small Car
Mirissa → Ella	172.9 km	3 hr 6 min	Rs 25,940 Mini / Small Car
Mirissa → Colombo	152.4 km	2 hr 30 min	Rs 23,970 Mini / Small Car
Mirissa → Negombo	180.4 km	2 hr 41 min	Rs 26,660 Mini / Small Car
Mirissa → Yala National Park	155.7 km	3 hr 15 min	Rs 24,290 Mini / Small Car

Getting to and from Mirissa

Far enough along the south coast that the expressway does most of the journey and the coast road finishes it. Whale-watching boats leave from the harbour early, which is the one thing that decides departure times here: for a morning sailing you are on the road before dawn, and every driver who works this coast expects it.

Arranging a pickup

The bay is small and the road behind it is narrow, with most guesthouses reached down short lanes that a larger vehicle cannot easily turn in. Drivers will usually meet on the main road rather than at the door, and for a group with luggage that is worth planning for rather than discovering at the time.

Questions about taxis in Mirissa

How much is a taxi in Mirissa?

From Rs 1,790 in a Mini / Small Car, to Matara: the lowest fare on the board. Each route below carries its own fixed price, distance and driving time — quoted before you book, with no meter and no surcharge on arrival.

Can I book a taxi from Mirissa to Colombo airport?

Yes, and it is one of the routes most often booked from here. Give your flight number when you book and your driver has it. There is no automatic flight tracking yet, so if you are delayed, message your driver on the number in your confirmation. Extended waiting beyond the pickup window is chargeable on a point-to-point transfer, and the terms say by how much.

Are the drivers in Mirissa verified?

Licence and vehicle are checked before a driver can quote, and each one has a profile showing their rating, experience and the exact car — including the registration — so you know who is coming before you book.