How to travel from Jakarta to Denpasar, Indonesia
The distance between Jakarta and Denpasar is around 984km (611 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 50m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Jakarta to Denpasar by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Denpasar → Jakarta if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).
- Duration2h 50m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical costIDR 1,467,840($100)
Indonesia AirAsia
+ 6 others2 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Banyuwangi and then to Denpasar.
- Duration16h 40m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 644,050($43)
Multiple bus operators
2 similiar routes
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Bangil and then to Ketapang then take the bus to Denpasar.
- Duration22h 20m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 674,010($45)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Ketapang then take a ferry to Gilimanuk then drive to Denpasar.
- Duration14h 40m
- Departshourly
- Typical costIDR 1,018,500($68)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Jakarta and Denpasar
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Jakarta to Denpasar by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around IDR 479,295 ($32) and will take around 1 day 11h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,467,840 ($100).
The distance between Jakarta and Denpasar is around 984km (611 miles).
It takes around 2h 50m to get from Jakarta and Denpasar by plane.
The quickest way to get from Jakarta to Denpasar is to fly which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx IDR 1,467,840 ($100).
The cheapest way to travel between Jakarta and Denpasar is to take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 479,295 ($32) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Jakarta and Denpasar. We recommend that you fly from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 2h 50m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Jakarta and Denpasar. It typically takes around 16h 40m and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Jakarta to Denpasar. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Cakung, Pulo Gebang Terminal and Banyuwangi. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 16h 40m.
Pahala Kencana, LADJU Trans, Damri and Safari Dharma Raya run regular bus services between Jakarta and Denpasar. Buses run once daily and take around 16h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Jakarta and Denpasar. Flights depart from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and arrive at Ngurah Rai (DPS). The flight takes around 1h 50m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Jakarta and Denpasar with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 50m.
Indonesia AirAsia, Lion Mentari Airlines, Citilink Indonesia, NAM Air, Batik Air, PT. Sriwijaya Air and Garuda Indonesia fly between Jakarta and Denpasar. Flights depart from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS). These flights usually take around 1h 50m.
The flight from Jakarta to Denpasar typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS).
The closest major airport to Denpasar is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Denpasar. Blimbingsari Airport (BWX) (BWX) and Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) (LOP) 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 Jakarta to Denpasar. We recommend that you fly from Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 2h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Jakarta to Denpasar is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around IDR 1,467,840 ($100).
Compare travel optionsbetween Jakarta and Denpasar
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 2h 50m | IDR 1,467,840($100) | hourly | 1,035km (643 miles) |
| Fly to Ngurah Rai (DPS) | 3h 5m | IDR 1,497,795($100) | hourly | 984km (611 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 3h 60m | IDR 1,482,820($100) | every 2 hours | 1,027km (638 miles) |
Bus + 2 similar | 16h 40m | IDR 644,050($43) | once daily | 1,196km (743 miles) |
| Bus via Banyuwangi | 22hrs | IDR 629,075($42) | twice daily | 1,197km (744 miles) |
| Bus to Denpasar | 1 day 11h | IDR 479,295($32) | once daily | 1,205km (749 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 22h 20m | IDR 674,010($45) | once daily | 1,160km (721 miles) |
| Train, Ferry and Bus | 22h 30m | IDR 778,855($52) | once daily | 1,268km (788 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 14h 40m | IDR 1,018,500($68) | hourly | 1,177km (731 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Jakarta and Denpasar
Airlines
Indonesia AirAsia
Lion Mentari Airlines
Citilink Indonesia
NAM Air
Batik Air
Bus companies
Damri
Pahala Kencana
LADJU Trans
Safari Dharma Raya
Train operators
Kereta API
Ferry operators
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Airports near Denpasar
The following major airports near Denpasar offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
- Distance
- 12km (7 miles) from Denpasar
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
- Distance
- 104km (65 miles) from Denpasar
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
- Distance
- 117km (72 miles) from Denpasar