How to travel from Padang to Bali, Indonesia

The distance between Padang and Bali is around 1,899km (1,180 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Padang to Bali by plane, ferry, bus and train. 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 Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Flight time3h 45m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,800,880($185)
Operated by

Indonesia AirAsia

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1 similiar route

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Medan, Bandar Lampung then Bogor and then to Banyuwangi then take a ferry to Gilimanuk then take the bus to Terminal Ubung.

  • Duration3 days 9h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,752,420($115)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Medan, Bandar Lampung then Kota Bekasi and then to Terminal Mengwi.

  • Duration3 days 17h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,037,000($135)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Bus, Ferry and Train

Take the bus to Medan and then to Bandar Lampung then take a ferry to Gambir Station then take the train to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take the bus to Terminal Mengwi.

  • Duration3 days 14h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,872,245($125)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Bali

There are several options for getting from Padang to Bali by plane, ferry, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,692,510 ($115) and will take around 4 days 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,800,880 ($185).

The distance between Padang and Bali is around 1,899km (1,180 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,827km (1,135 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Padang and Bali by plane.

The quickest way to get from Padang to Bali is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx IDR 2,800,880 ($185).

The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Bali is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,692,510 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Padang and Bali. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 30m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Padang and Bali. It typically takes around 3 days 17h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Padang to Bali. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Medan, Medan Putra Pelangi, Bandar Lampung, Bandar Lampung, Kota Bekasi, Pulo Gebang Terminal and Terminal Mengwi. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 3 days 17h.

A.L.S, Putra Pelangi, Damri, Kramat Djati, Pahala Kencana, Nusantara and Mtrans run regular bus services between Padang and Bali. Buses run once daily and take around 3 days 17h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Padang and Bali. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and arrive at Ngurah Rai (DPS) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Padang to Bali. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Padang to Bali typically takes around 3h 45m. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS).

The closest major airport to Bali is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 47km (29 miles) from Bali. 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 Padang to Bali. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 30m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Bali is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around IDR 2,800,880 ($185).

How do I get from Padang to Bali

Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Bali

Transport options from Padang to Bali
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 30m
IDR 2,800,880($185)
hourly1,937km (1,204 miles)
Plane and Ferry5h 50m
IDR 3,310,130($220)
hourly1,899km (1,180 miles)
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar
3 days 9h
IDR 1,752,420($115)
once daily3,955km (2,457 miles)
Bus to Medan, ferry4 days 5h
IDR 1,692,510($115)
once daily3,910km (2,430 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
3 days 17h
IDR 2,037,000($135)
once daily3,889km (2,417 miles)
Bus via Medan4 days 3h
IDR 2,126,870($140)
once daily3,941km (2,449 miles)
Bus, Ferry and Train
3 days 14h
IDR 1,872,245($125)
once daily3,850km (2,392 miles)

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Airports near Bali

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

DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
47km (29 miles) from Bali
BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
83km (51 miles) from Bali
LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
139km (86 miles) from Bali