How to travel from Padang to Nusa Dua, Indonesia

The distance between Padang and Nusa Dua is around 1,946km (1,209 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Padang to Nusa Dua by plane, bus, ferry 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 40m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,441,405($165)
Operated by

Lion Mentari Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Medan, Bandar Lampung, Jakarta then Jember and then to Nusa Dua.

  • Duration3 days 16h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,201,760($145)
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 6h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,947,135($130)
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 Surabaya Pasar Turi then take the bus to Terminal Mengwi.

  • Duration3 days 15h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,111,890($140)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Nusa Dua

There are several options for getting from Padang to Nusa Dua 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 1,887,220 ($125) and will take around 3 days 17h. 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 2,441,405 ($165).

The distance between Padang and Nusa Dua is around 1,946km (1,209 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,864km (1,158 miles)

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

The quickest way to get from Padang to Nusa Dua is to fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx IDR 2,441,405 ($165).

The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Nusa Dua is to take the bus, then take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 1,887,220 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Padang and Nusa Dua. 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 Nusa Dua. It typically takes around 3 days 16h and departs once daily.

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

A.L.S, Putra Pelangi, Damri and Bali Jaya Trans run regular bus services between Padang and Nusa Dua. 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 Nusa Dua. 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 Nusa Dua. 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 Nusa Dua typically takes around 3h 40m. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS).

The closest major airport to Nusa Dua is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 9km (5 miles) from Nusa Dua. 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 Nusa Dua. 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 Nusa Dua is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around IDR 2,441,405 ($165).

How do I get from Padang to Nusa Dua

Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Nusa Dua

Transport options from Padang to Nusa Dua
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 30m
IDR 2,441,405($165)
hourly1,946km (1,209 miles)
Bus
3 days 16h
IDR 2,201,760($145)
once daily3,929km (2,441 miles)
Bus and Ferry
4 days 6h
IDR 1,947,135($130)
once daily3,927km (2,440 miles)
Bus, Ferry and Train + 1 similar
3 days 15h
IDR 2,111,890($140)
once daily3,867km (2,403 miles)
Bus to Medan, ferry and train3 days 17h
IDR 1,887,220($125)
once daily3,997km (2,484 miles)

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Airports near Nusa Dua

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

DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
9km (5 miles) from Nusa Dua
BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
111km (69 miles) from Nusa Dua
LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
115km (72 miles) from Nusa Dua