How to travel from Palu to Uluwatu, Indonesia
The distance between Palu and Uluwatu is around 1,123km (698 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 15m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Palu to Uluwatu by plane, ferry, train and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Uluwatu → Palu if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Palu (PLW) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).
- Duration3h 15m
- Flight time2h 50m
- Typical costIDR 2,576,210($170)
Garuda Indonesia
+ 3 othersFerry and Bus
Take a ferry to Surabaya - Tanjung Perak Port then take the bus to Bali DB Trans.
- Duration2 days 10h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,018,500($68)
Multiple operators
Ferry, Train and Bus
Take a ferry to Surabaya - Tanjung Perak Port then take the train to Ketapang then take a ferry to Gilimanuk then take the bus to Terminal Ubung.
- Duration2 days 6h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,123,345($75)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Palu and Uluwatu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Palu to Uluwatu by plane, ferry, train and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around IDR 1,018,500 ($68) and will take around 2 days 10h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,576,210 ($170).
The distance between Palu and Uluwatu is around 1,123km (698 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,029km (639 miles)
It takes around 3h 15m to get from Palu and Uluwatu by plane.
The quickest way to get from Palu to Uluwatu is to fly which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 2,576,210 ($170).
The cheapest way to travel between Palu and Uluwatu is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 1,018,500 ($68) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Palu and Uluwatu. We recommend that you fly from Palu (PLW) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Palu and Uluwatu. We recommend that you fly from Palu (PLW) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Palu and Uluwatu. Flights depart from Palu (PLW) and arrive at Ngurah Rai (DPS) - via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). The flight takes around 2h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Palu to Uluwatu. There is however a flight that goes via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). This services will take at least 3h 15m (not including layover time).
The flight from Palu to Uluwatu typically takes around 2h 50m. Flights depart from Palu (PLW) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS).
The closest major airport to Uluwatu is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Uluwatu. 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 Palu to Uluwatu. We recommend that you fly from Palu (PLW) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 3h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Palu to Uluwatu is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 2,576,210 ($170).
Compare travel optionsbetween Palu and Uluwatu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 3h 15m | IDR 2,576,210($170) | on demand | 1,123km (698 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 2 days 10h | IDR 1,018,500($68) | once a week | 1,992km (1,238 miles) |
Ferry, Train and Bus + 1 similar | 2 days 6h | IDR 1,123,345($75) | once a week | 1,990km (1,237 miles) |
| Ferry to Surabaya - Tanjung Perak Port, train and bus | 2 days 9h | IDR 1,168,280($78) | once a week | 2,036km (1,265 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Palu and Uluwatu
Airlines
Garuda Indonesia
Lion Mentari Airlines
Batik Air
Citilink Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
Local Bus Indonesia
DB Trans
Bali Jaya Trans
Ferry operators
Pelni
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Airports near Uluwatu
The following major airports near Uluwatu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
- Distance
- 13km (8 miles) from Uluwatu
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
- Distance
- 100km (62 miles) from Uluwatu
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
- Distance
- 131km (81 miles) from Uluwatu