Palces to visit in Galle
The closest airport to Galle is the Bandaranaike International Airport (located in Colombo), which is approximately 150 km away. From the airport, you can take a taxi, arrange a private transfer or catch a bus to Galle. It will take between 2 and 3 hours to get there via the Southern Expressway and will be a comfortable and exciting ride.
Galle is connected well to Colombo and many other major cities via highway. The Southern Expressway (E01) is a quick and comfortable way to travel, taking around 2 hours. There are multiple transportation options available to travel by road, including bus, taxi, and private vehicle, making road transportation among the easiest ways to reach Galle.
There are only a limited number of places in Sri Lanka where you can experience sea travel via rail, but this is probably the bee's knees when it comes to being on the coast. The coastal train line from Colombo Fort Station to Galle is one of the most scenic train rides to take in Sri Lanka, as you can enjoy amazing views of the Indian Ocean. There are regular passenger trains departing from Colombo Fort to Galle daily, so you will not run out of opportunities to take in this beautiful area at a great price.
