Sri Lanka route guide · Southern Province to Eastern Province
Trincomalee, known for calm east coast beaches and Pigeon Island, is 7 to 8.5 hours from Mirissa by car. Many travellers break the drive in Dambulla.
The route crosses the island between the east coast and the interior; watch for elephants crossing in the dry zone, especially at dusk.
This is a long day in the car. Leave early and take breaks every two hours or so.
1Unawatuna
One of Sri Lanka's most beloved beaches with something for everyone!
2Unawatuna
Find tranquility at this gleaming white peace pagoda surrounded by jungle and ocean!
3Galle
Meet adorable baby turtles and learn how this conservation project is saving endangered sea turtles!
4Galle
Galle Dutch Fort is a lively historic fortress by the sea, filled with old-world charm.
5Hikkaduwa
The Turtle Hatchery in Hikkaduwa is a wonderful place to learn about sea turtle conservation.
6Hikkaduwa
Learn about the devastating 2004 tsunami through powerful personal stories and photographs at this moving…
Visit this ancient Hindu temple perched dramatically on a cliff 130 feet above the crashing Indian Ocean!
Dive into paradise at Sri Lanka's premier snorkeling destination!
Discover one of Asia's most pristine beaches! Nilaveli stretches for miles with powdery white sand and…
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About 390 km by road.
7 to 8.5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 14.5 to 17 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Dambulla is the most natural place to break the journey, about 5 to 6 hours from Mirissa.
