How to travel from Padang to Kuta, Indonesia
The distance between Padang and Kuta is around 1,937km (1,204 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 25m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Padang to Kuta 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 Kuta → Padang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).
- Duration4h 25m
- Flight time3h 40m
- Typical costIDR 1,902,200($125)
Batik Air
+ 5 othersBus and Ferry
Take the bus to Medan and then to Bandar Lampung then take a ferry to Gambir Station then take the bus to Terminal Mengwi.
- Duration4 days 3h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 1,977,090($130)
Multiple 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 Kepanjen then take the bus to Denpasar.
- Duration3 days 16h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 2,066,960($140)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Kuta
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Padang to Kuta by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus, then take a ferry and then take the train which costs around IDR 1,872,245 ($125) and will take around 3 days 18h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,902,200 ($125).
The distance between Padang and Kuta is around 1,937km (1,204 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,855km (1,153 miles)
It takes around 4h 25m to get from Padang and Kuta by plane.
The quickest way to get from Padang to Kuta is to fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx IDR 1,902,200 ($125).
The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Kuta is to take the bus, then take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 1,872,245 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Padang and Kuta. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Padang and Kuta. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Padang and Kuta. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and arrive at Ngurah Rai (DPS) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Padang to Kuta. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Padang to Kuta typically takes around 3h 40m. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) 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 Padang to Kuta. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Kuta is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around IDR 1,902,200 ($125).
Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Kuta
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 4h 25m | IDR 1,902,200($125) | hourly | 1,937km (1,204 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 4 days 3h | IDR 1,977,090($130) | once daily | 3,933km (2,444 miles) |
| Bus to Medan, ferry | 4 days 5h | IDR 1,902,200($125) | once daily | 3,919km (2,435 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 3 days 16h | IDR 2,066,960($140) | once daily | 4,035km (2,507 miles) |
| Bus to Medan, ferry and train | 3 days 18h | IDR 1,872,245($125) | once daily | 3,884km (2,413 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Padang and Kuta
Airlines
Batik Air
Garuda Indonesia
Lion Mentari Airlines
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Citilink Indonesia
Bus companies
A.L.S
Putra Pelangi
Mtrans
Kramat Djati
Safari Dharma Raya
Train operators
Kereta API
Airports near Kuta
The following major airports near Kuta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
- Distance
- 2km (1 miles) from Kuta
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
- Distance
- 103km (64 miles) from Kuta
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
- Distance
- 121km (75 miles) from Kuta