
Sri Lanka route guide · Uva Province to Southern Province
Unawatuna, known for a sheltered swimming beach near Galle, is 4.5 to 5 hours from Ella by car.
The first part of the drive descends from the hills around Ella on winding roads before the land flattens out.
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About 195 km by road.
4.5 to 5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 8.5 to 10.5 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Good stops include Mulgirigala Raja Maha Viharaya, Mirissa Beach, Whale Watching.