
Sri Lanka route guide · Uva Province to Southern Province
Hikkaduwa, known for turtles, coral and surf, is 5 to 6 hours from Haputale by car.
The first part of the drive descends from the hills around Haputale on winding roads before the land flattens out.
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About 235 km by road.
5 to 6 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 10 to 12 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Good stops include Ella Organic Tea Garden, Ella Rock, Mulgirigala Raja Maha Viharaya.