How to travel from Manado to Uluwatu, Indonesia

The distance between Manado and Uluwatu is around 2,009km (1,248 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4hrs.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Manado to Uluwatu by plane, ferry, train and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Manado (MDC) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).

  • Duration4hrs
  • Flight time3h 30m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,501,320($165)
Operated by

Lion Mentari Airlines

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Ferry, Train and Bus

Take a ferry to Surabaya - Tanjung Perak Port then take the train to Ketapang then take a ferry to Gilimanuk then take the bus to Terminal Mengwi.

  • Duration3 days 13h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,452,860($95)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Manado and Uluwatu

There are several options for getting from Manado to Uluwatu by plane, ferry, train and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which costs around IDR 1,452,860 ($95) and will take around 3 days 13h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,501,320 ($165).

The distance between Manado and Uluwatu is around 2,009km (1,248 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,576km (979 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Manado and Uluwatu by plane.

The quickest way to get from Manado to Uluwatu is to fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx IDR 2,501,320 ($165).

The cheapest way to travel between Manado and Uluwatu is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 1,452,860 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Manado and Uluwatu. We recommend that you fly from Manado (MDC) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Manado and Uluwatu. We recommend that you fly from Manado (MDC) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Manado and Uluwatu. Flights depart from Manado (MDC) and arrive at Ngurah Rai (DPS) - via Juanda International (SUB). The flight takes around 3h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Manado to Uluwatu. There is however a flight that goes via Juanda International (SUB). This services will take at least 4hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Manado to Uluwatu typically takes around 3h 30m. Flights depart from Manado (MDC) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS).

The closest major airport to Uluwatu is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Uluwatu. 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 Manado to Uluwatu. We recommend that you fly from Manado (MDC) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Manado to Uluwatu is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around IDR 2,501,320 ($165).

How do I get from Manado to Uluwatu

Compare travel optionsbetween Manado and Uluwatu

Transport options from Manado to Uluwatu
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4hrs
IDR 2,501,320($165)
on demand2,009km (1,248 miles)
Ferry, Train and Bus
3 days 13h
IDR 1,452,860($95)
once a week2,860km (1,777 miles)

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Airports near Uluwatu

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

DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Uluwatu
BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
100km (62 miles) from Uluwatu
LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
131km (81 miles) from Uluwatu