How to travel from Bali to Probolinggo, Indonesia

The distance between Bali and Probolinggo is around 314km (195 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 50m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Bali to Probolinggo by bus, ferry, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ProbolinggoBali if you're planning a return trip.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Juanda International (SUB) then take the train to Probolinggo.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    IDR 928,635($62)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Gilimanuk and then to Probolinggo.

  • Duration7h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 284,580($19)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus, Ferry and Train

Take the bus to Gilimanuk then take a ferry to Ketapang then take the train to Probolinggo.

  • Duration7h 55m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    IDR 329,515($22)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Jember then take the train to Probolinggo.

  • Duration8h 55m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 359,470($24)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Gilimanuk then take a ferry to Ketapang then drive to Probolinggo.

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    IDR 554,185($37)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bali and Probolinggo

There are several options for getting from Bali to Probolinggo by bus, ferry, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around IDR 284,580 ($19) and will take around 7h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 928,635 ($62).

The distance between Bali and Probolinggo is around 314km (195 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 203km (126 miles)

It takes around 7h 45m to get from Bali and Probolinggo by bus.

The quickest way to get from Bali to Probolinggo is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx IDR 928,635 ($62).

The cheapest way to travel between Bali and Probolinggo is to take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 284,580 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Bali and Probolinggo. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Juanda International (SUB) then take the train to Probolinggo. instead which will take 3h 50m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bali and Probolinggo. It typically takes around 7h 45m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Bali to Probolinggo. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Terminal Ubung and Gilimanuk. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 7h 45m.

Local Bus Indonesia and Pahala Kencana run regular bus services between Bali and Probolinggo. Buses run once daily and take around 7h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bali to Probolinggo. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Juanda International (SUB) then take the train to Probolinggo. instead which will take 3h 50m.

The closest major airport to Probolinggo is Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) (MLG) which is approximately 65km (41 miles) from Probolinggo. Juanda International Airport (SUB) (SUB) and Blimbingsari Airport (BWX) (BWX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Bali to Probolinggo. We recommend that you take the bus to Gilimanuk and then to Probolinggo. instead which will take 7h 45m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bali to Probolinggo is to take the bus which takes, on average, 7h 45m and will usually cost around IDR 284,580 ($19).

How do I get from Bali to Probolinggo

Compare travel optionsbetween Bali and Probolinggo

Transport options from Bali to Probolinggo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train
3h 50m
IDR 928,635($62)
once daily408km (254 miles)
Bus
7h 45m
IDR 284,580($19)
once daily318km (198 miles)
Bus, Ferry and Train
7h 55m
IDR 329,515($22)
5 times a day341km (212 miles)
Bus and Train
8h 55m
IDR 359,470($24)
once daily379km (236 miles)
Car and Ferry
5h 20m
IDR 554,185($37)
every 30 mins314km (195 miles)

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Airports near Probolinggo

The following major airports near Probolinggo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.

MLG
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
65km (41 miles) from Probolinggo
SUB
Juanda International Airport (SUB)
International Airport
Distance
78km (48 miles) from Probolinggo
BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
124km (77 miles) from Probolinggo