How to travel from Padang to Ubud, Indonesia
The distance between Padang and Ubud is around 1,971km (1,225 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 55m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Padang to Ubud by plane, ferry, bus, train and taxi. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Ubud → Padang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).
- Duration4h 55m
- Flight time3h 40m
- Typical costIDR 2,306,605($155)
Batik Air
+ 5 others1 similiar route
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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 Terminal Mengwi.
- Duration4 days 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 1,977,090($130)
Multiple operators
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 16h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 2,007,045($135)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Ubud
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Padang to Ubud by plane, ferry, bus, train and taxi. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,977,090 ($130) and will take around 4 days 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,306,605 ($155).
The distance between Padang and Ubud is around 1,971km (1,225 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,853km (1,151 miles)
It takes around 4h 55m to get from Padang and Ubud by plane.
The quickest way to get from Padang to Ubud is to fly which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx IDR 2,306,605 ($155).
The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Ubud is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,977,090 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Padang and Ubud. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Padang and Ubud. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Padang and Ubud. 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 Ubud. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 55m (not including layover time).
The flight from Padang to Ubud typically takes around 3h 40m. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS).
The closest major airport to Ubud is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 29km (18 miles) from Ubud. 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 Ubud. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 4h 55m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Ubud is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around IDR 2,306,605 ($155).
Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Ubud
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 4h 55m | IDR 2,306,605($155) | hourly | 1,971km (1,225 miles) |
| Plane, Ferry and Bus | 9h 55m | IDR 2,066,960($140) | hourly | 1,996km (1,241 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 4 days 2h | IDR 1,977,090($130) | once daily | 3,900km (2,423 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 3 days 16h | IDR 2,007,045($135) | once daily | 3,852km (2,394 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry, Train and Taxi | 3 days 15h | IDR 3,235,240($215) | once daily | 3,968km (2,466 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Padang and Ubud
Airlines
Batik Air
Garuda Indonesia
Lion Mentari Airlines
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Citilink Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
A.L.S
Putra Pelangi
Gunung Harta
Kramat Djati
Pahala Kencana
Ferry operators
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Airports near Ubud
The following major airports near Ubud offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
- Distance
- 29km (18 miles) from Ubud
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
- Distance
- 104km (64 miles) from Ubud
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
- Distance
- 115km (71 miles) from Ubud