How to travel from Nusa Penida to Padang, Indonesia

The distance between Nusa Penida and Padang is around 1,991km (1,237 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 5h 30m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Nusa Penida to Padang by ferry, plane and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Ferry and Plane

Take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Flight time3h 35m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 4,343,605($290)
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Ferry, Bus and Plane

Take a ferry to Bangsal then take the bus to Kuta Lombok Airport then fly from Lombok (LOP) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration9hrs
  • Flight time3h 45m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 4,253,740($285)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry to Sanur, bus and plane

Take a ferry to Sanur then take the bus to Gilimanuk then take a ferry to Ketapang then fly from Banyuwangi International (BWX) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration9h 5m
  • Flight time3h 25m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 3,130,395($210)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nusa Penida and Padang

There are several options for getting from Nusa Penida to Padang by ferry, plane and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which costs around IDR 3,130,395 ($210) and will take around 9h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 5h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 4,343,605 ($290).

The distance between Nusa Penida and Padang is around 1,991km (1,237 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,891km (1,175 miles)

It takes around 5h 30m to get from Nusa Penida and Padang by ferry and plane.

The quickest way to get from Nusa Penida to Padang is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 5h 30m and will set you back approx IDR 4,343,605 ($290).

The cheapest way to travel between Nusa Penida and Padang is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around IDR 3,130,395 ($210) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nusa Penida to Padang. We recommend that you take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 5h 30m.

The closest major airport to Padang is Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) (PDG) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Padang. Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport (PKU) (PKU) and Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ) (FLZ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nusa Penida to Padang is to take a ferry and then fly which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around IDR 4,343,605 ($290).

How do I get from Nusa Penida to Padang

Compare travel optionsbetween Nusa Penida and Padang

Transport options from Nusa Penida to Padang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry and Plane
5h 30m
IDR 4,343,605($290)
once daily1,991km (1,237 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Plane
9hrs
IDR 4,253,740($285)
once daily2,202km (1,368 miles)
Ferry to Sanur, bus and plane
9h 5m
IDR 3,130,395($210)
every 20 mins2,036km (1,265 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Nusa Penida and Padang

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Airlines

Airports near Padang

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

PDG
Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
International Airport
Distance
18km (11 miles) from Padang
PKU
Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport (PKU)
International Airport
Distance
196km (122 miles) from Padang
FLZ
Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
321km (199 miles) from Padang