How to travel from Mataram to Kuta, Indonesia

The distance between Mataram and Kuta is around 144km (89 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Mataram to Kuta by ferry, bus and plane. 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 Lombok (LOP) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Flight time40min
  • Typical cost
    IDR 509,250($34)
Operated by

Wings Air

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Sanur.

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 374,450($25)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mataram and Kuta

There are several options for getting from Mataram to Kuta by ferry, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 374,450 ($25) and will take around 2h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 509,250 ($34).

The distance between Mataram and Kuta is around 144km (89 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 104km (65 miles)

It takes around 2h 60m to get from Mataram and Kuta by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Mataram to Kuta is to fly which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx IDR 509,250 ($34).

The cheapest way to travel between Mataram and Kuta is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 374,450 ($25) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mataram and Kuta. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 1h 55m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mataram and Kuta. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 1h 55m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Mataram and Kuta. The ferry typically takes around 2h 60m and departs once daily.

Gili Getaway, Idola Express, Tanis Lembongan Express, Maruti Group Fast Boat, The Angkal Fastboat and Crown Fast Cruise run the ferry services between Mataram and Kuta. Ferries run once daily and take around 2h 60m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mataram and Kuta. 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 Kuta with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 40min.

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

The flight from Mataram to Kuta typically takes around 40min. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS).

The closest major airport to Kuta is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 2km (1 miles) from Kuta. 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 Kuta. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Sanur. instead which will take 2h 60m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mataram to Kuta is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 2h 60m and will usually cost around IDR 374,450 ($25).

How do I get from Mataram to Kuta

Compare travel optionsbetween Mataram and Kuta

Transport options from Mataram to Kuta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
1h 55m
IDR 509,250($34)
hourly158km (98 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
2h 60m
IDR 374,450($25)
once daily144km (89 miles)
Bus and Ferry4h 45m
IDR 823,790($55)
once daily148km (92 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Mataram and Kuta

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Airlines

Airports near Kuta

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

DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
2km (1 miles) from Kuta
BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
103km (64 miles) from Kuta
LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
121km (75 miles) from Kuta