How to travel from Uluwatu to Ambon Island, Indonesia

The distance between Uluwatu and Ambon Island is around 2,171km (1,349 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 20m.

3 routes found

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

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

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Fly

Fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Ambon (AMQ).

  • Duration6h 20m
  • Flight time5h 40m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 5,961,225($400)
Operated by

Garuda Indonesia

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Bau-Bau and then to Ambon.

  • Duration4 days 9h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 898,675($60)
Operated by

Pelni

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Bus, Ferry and Train

Take the bus to Gilimanuk then take a ferry to Ketapang then take the train to Surabaya Kota then take a ferry to Namlea and then to Galala.

  • Duration3 days 12h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,258,150($84)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Uluwatu and Ambon Island

There are several options for getting from Uluwatu to Ambon Island by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 898,675 ($60) and will take around 4 days 9h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 5,961,225 ($400).

The distance between Uluwatu and Ambon Island is around 2,171km (1,349 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,547km (961 miles)

It takes around 6h 20m to get from Uluwatu and Ambon Island by plane.

The quickest way to get from Uluwatu to Ambon Island is to fly which takes around 6h 20m and will set you back approx IDR 5,961,225 ($400).

The cheapest way to travel between Uluwatu and Ambon Island is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 898,675 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Uluwatu and Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 6h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Uluwatu and Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 6h 20m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Uluwatu and Ambon Island. The ferry typically takes around 4 days 9h and departs once a week.

Pelni run the ferry services between Uluwatu and Ambon Island. Ferries run once a week and take around 4 days 9h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Uluwatu and Ambon Island. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and arrive at Ambon (AMQ) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 5h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Uluwatu to Ambon Island. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 6h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Uluwatu to Ambon Island typically takes around 5h 40m. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and and arrive into Ambon (AMQ).

The closest major airport to Ambon Island is Pattimura Airport (AMQ) (AMQ) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Ambon Island. Namlea Airport (NAM) (NAM) and Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) (MDC) 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 Uluwatu to Ambon Island. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Ambon (AMQ). instead which will take 6h 20m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Uluwatu to Ambon Island is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 20m and will usually cost around IDR 5,961,225 ($400).

How do I get from Uluwatu to Ambon Island

Compare travel optionsbetween Uluwatu and Ambon Island

Transport options from Uluwatu to Ambon Island
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
6h 20m
IDR 5,961,225($400)
on demand3,412km (2,120 miles)
Ferry
4 days 9h
IDR 898,675($60)
once a week2,171km (1,349 miles)
Bus, Ferry and Train
3 days 12h
IDR 1,258,150($84)
once a week2,509km (1,559 miles)

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Airports near Ambon Island

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

AMQ
Pattimura Airport (AMQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Ambon Island
NAM
Namlea Airport (NAM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
118km (73 miles) from Ambon Island
MDC
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
International Airport
Distance
675km (419 miles) from Ambon Island