How to travel from Mataram to Denpasar, Indonesia

The distance between Mataram and Denpasar is around 139km (86 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Mataram to Denpasar by ferry, car, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).

  • Duration2hrs
  • Flight time40min
  • Typical cost
    IDR 883,700($59)
Operated by

Wings Air

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Serangan.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 943,610($63)
Operated by

Eka Jaya Fastboat

+ 2 others

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Ferry and Car

Take a ferry to Padang Bai then drive to Denpasar.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    IDR 659,030($44)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mataram and Denpasar

There are several options for getting from Mataram to Denpasar by ferry, car, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around IDR 659,030 ($44) and will take around 2h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 883,700 ($59).

The distance between Mataram and Denpasar is around 139km (86 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 98km (61 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Mataram and Denpasar by ferry and car.

The quickest way to get from Mataram to Denpasar is to fly which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx IDR 883,700 ($59).

The cheapest way to travel between Mataram and Denpasar is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around IDR 659,030 ($44) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mataram and Denpasar. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 2hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mataram and Denpasar. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 2hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Mataram and Denpasar. The ferry typically takes around 5h 10m and departs 4 times a day.

Eka Jaya Fastboat, Bluewater Express and Gili Getaway run the ferry services between Mataram and Denpasar. Ferries run 4 times a day and take around 5h 10m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mataram and Denpasar. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and arrive at Ngurah Rai (DPS). The flight takes around 40min.

Yes there is a direct flight between Mataram and Denpasar with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 40min.

Wings Air and NAM Air fly between Mataram and Denpasar. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS). These flights usually take around 40min.

The flight from Mataram to Denpasar typically takes around 40min. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) 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 Mataram to Denpasar. We recommend that you take a ferry to Padang Bai then drive to Denpasar. instead which will take 2h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mataram to Denpasar is to take a ferry and then drive which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around IDR 659,030 ($44).

How do I get from Mataram to Denpasar

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Transport options from Mataram to Denpasar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2hrs
IDR 883,700($59)
hourly166km (103 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
5h 10m
IDR 943,610($63)
twice daily148km (92 miles)
Ferry and Bus5h 25m
IDR 898,675($60)
once daily155km (97 miles)
Ferry and Car
2h 25m
IDR 659,030($44)
every 4 hours139km (86 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Mataram and Denpasar

Ferry operators

Airlines

Airports near Denpasar

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

DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Denpasar
BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
104km (65 miles) from Denpasar
LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
117km (72 miles) from Denpasar