How to travel from Semarang to Denpasar, Indonesia

The distance between Semarang and Denpasar is around 580km (361 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 55m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Semarang to Denpasar by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Flight time1h 35m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,606,165($175)
Operated by

Wings Air

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Banyuwangi then take a ferry to Gilimanuk then take the bus to Terminal Ubung.

  • Duration13h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 554,185($37)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Malang Arjosari Bus Station and then to Denpasar.

  • Duration24h 15m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 419,385($28)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train, Ferry and Bus

Take the train to Gubeng and then to Ketapang then take a ferry to Gilimanuk then take the bus to Terminal Ubung.

  • Duration14h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 449,340($30)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Ketapang then take a ferry to Gilimanuk then drive to Denpasar.

  • Duration10hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,258,150($84)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Semarang and Denpasar

There are several options for getting from Semarang to Denpasar by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around IDR 419,385 ($28) and will take around 24h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 2,606,165 ($175).

The distance between Semarang and Denpasar is around 580km (361 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 560km (348 miles)

It takes around 1h 55m to get from Semarang and Denpasar by plane.

The quickest way to get from Semarang to Denpasar is to fly which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx IDR 2,606,165 ($175).

The cheapest way to travel between Semarang and Denpasar is to take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 419,385 ($28) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Semarang and Denpasar. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 1h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Semarang and Denpasar. It typically takes around 24h 15m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Semarang to Denpasar. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Malang Arjosari Bus Station and Malang Terminal Arjosari. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 24h 15m.

Nusantara and Mtrans run regular bus services between Semarang and Denpasar. Buses run once daily and take around 24h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Semarang and Denpasar. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and arrive at Ngurah Rai (DPS). The flight takes around 1h 35m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Semarang and Denpasar with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 35m.

Wings Air, Batik Air and Lion Mentari Airlines fly between Semarang and Denpasar. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS). These flights usually take around 1h 35m.

The flight from Semarang to Denpasar typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Ngurah Rai (DPS).

The closest major airport to Denpasar is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Denpasar. 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 Semarang to Denpasar. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 1h 55m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Semarang to Denpasar is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 55m and will usually cost around IDR 2,606,165 ($175).

How do I get from Semarang to Denpasar

Compare travel optionsbetween Semarang and Denpasar

Transport options from Semarang to Denpasar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
1h 55m
IDR 2,606,165($175)
on demand580km (361 miles)
Bus and Ferry
13h 40m
IDR 554,185($37)
once daily761km (473 miles)
Bus
24h 15m
IDR 419,385($28)
once daily804km (499 miles)
Train, Ferry and Bus
14h 30m
IDR 449,340($30)
once daily720km (447 miles)
Car and Ferry
10hrs
IDR 1,258,150($84)
hourly747km (464 miles)

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Airports near Denpasar

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

DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
12km (7 miles) from Denpasar
BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
104km (65 miles) from Denpasar
LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
117km (72 miles) from Denpasar