Taxi & private driver

Bentota to Hikkaduwa Taxi & Private Driver

Skip the crowded buses: a private car handles the 45 km from Bentota to Hikkaduwa in about an hour, on your schedule. It's a fairly direct run, and being a private hire you set the pace — stop for viewpoints, roadside stalls or a long lunch whenever you like. A surf-and-snorkel beach town with a shallow coral reef and a lively strip of cafés and guesthouses.

from $30 ~1 hours 45 km

What's included

  • Private air-conditioned car & driver
  • Fuel and highway tolls
  • Meet-and-greet with a name board
  • Flight tracking — no charge for delays
  • Free bottled water & Wi-Fi on board

Pricing by vehicle

All fares are fixed — no meter, no hidden charges. Choose the vehicle that fits your group.

VehiclePassengersOne-wayReturn trip
SedanToyota Prius / Axio1–3 passengers$30$54
SUVMitsubishi Montero1–4 passengers$35$63
VanToyota KDH4–8 passengers$45$81
Luxury VanMercedes V-Class1–6 passengers$60$108

Travelling the other way? Hikkaduwa to Bentota

Adding more stops? Map the full route on the Sri Lanka distance calculator to see driving distances between every city.

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Bentota to Hikkaduwa FAQs

How long is the drive from Bentota to Hikkaduwa?

About an hour by private car for the 45 km journey. Sri Lankan roads are slower than the distance implies, so allow a little extra if you plan to stop.

How much does a private driver from Bentota to Hikkaduwa cost?

A private air-conditioned car starts at $30 one-way — fixed and all-inclusive of fuel, tolls and your driver. A return trip is $54, and larger SUVs or vans are available for bigger groups.

Is the price per vehicle or per person?

Per vehicle. The fare covers the whole car, so a group of four pays the same as a solo traveller — split between you it's often cheaper than the train or bus once you add taxis at each end.

Can we stop at places along the way from Bentota to Hikkaduwa?

Yes. It's a private hire, so you set the stops — viewpoints, temples, waterfalls or a lunch spot. Reasonable detours along the way are no extra charge.

Which vehicle should I choose for Bentota to Hikkaduwa?

A sedan suits 1–3 travellers with light luggage. For 4 people or extra bags choose an SUV, and for 5–6 or lots of suitcases a minivan is the comfortable option — all at fixed prices shown above.

Is the road from Bentota to Hikkaduwa in good condition?

Yes — it's a well-travelled route. Some stretches are fast highway and others are slower, winding roads, which is why the 45 km takes about an hour rather than what the distance alone suggests.

Fixed private fareNo meter
from $30

BentotaHikkaduwa

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