How to travel from Padang to Denpasar, Indonesia

The distance between Padang and Denpasar is around 1,946km (1,209 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Padang to Denpasar by plane, bus, ferry and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time3h 45m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 4,403,520($295)
Operated by

Batik Air

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Bus

Take the bus to Medan, Bandar Lampung, Jakarta then Banyuwangi and then to Denpasar.

  • Duration3 days 16h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,887,220($125)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Medan and then to Bandar Lampung then take a ferry to Gambir Station then take the bus to Denpasar.

  • Duration4 days 5h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,692,510($115)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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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 Kepanjen then take the bus to Denpasar.

  • Duration3 days 16h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,932,155($130)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Denpasar

There are several options for getting from Padang to Denpasar by plane, bus, ferry 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 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 4,403,520 ($295).

The distance between Padang and Denpasar is around 1,946km (1,209 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,856km (1,153 miles)

It takes around 4h 40m to get from Padang and Denpasar by plane.

The quickest way to get from Padang to Denpasar is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx IDR 4,403,520 ($295).

The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Denpasar 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 Denpasar. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Padang and Denpasar. It typically takes around 3 days 16h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Padang to Denpasar. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Medan, Medan Putra Pelangi, Bandar Lampung, Bandar Lampung, Jakarta and Banyuwangi. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 3 days 16h.

A.L.S, Putra Pelangi, Damri and LADJU Trans run regular bus services between Padang and Denpasar. Buses run once daily and take around 3 days 16h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Padang and Denpasar. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and arrive at Ngurah Rai (DPS) - via Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma (HLP). The flight takes around 3h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Padang to Denpasar. There is however a flight that goes via Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma (HLP). This services will take at least 4h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Padang to Denpasar typically takes around 3h 45m. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) 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 Padang to Denpasar. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Denpasar is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around IDR 4,403,520 ($295).

How do I get from Padang to Denpasar

Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Denpasar

Transport options from Padang to Denpasar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 40m
IDR 4,403,520($295)
hourly1,946km (1,209 miles)
Bus
3 days 16h
IDR 1,887,220($125)
once daily3,895km (2,420 miles)
Bus and Ferry
4 days 5h
IDR 1,692,510($115)
once daily3,906km (2,427 miles)
Bus, Ferry and Train + 1 similar
3 days 16h
IDR 1,932,155($130)
once daily4,027km (2,502 miles)
Bus to Medan, ferry and train3 days 17h
IDR 1,887,220($125)
once daily3,964km (2,463 miles)

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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