How to travel from Uluwatu to Palu, Indonesia
The distance between Uluwatu and Palu is around 1,123km (698 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Uluwatu to Palu 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 Palu → Uluwatu if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Palu (PLW).
- Duration3hrs
- Flight time2h 35m
- Typical costIDR 3,160,350($210)
Lion Mentari Airlines
+ 2 othersBus and Ferry
Take the bus to Surabaya then take a ferry to Pantoloan.
- Duration2 days 10h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,003,525($67)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus to Banyuwangi, ferry
Take the bus to Banyuwangi and then to Surabaya Kota then take a ferry to Pantoloan.
- Duration2 days 10h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,153,305($77)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Uluwatu and Palu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Uluwatu to Palu by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,003,525 ($67) and will take around 2 days 10h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,160,350 ($210).
The distance between Uluwatu and Palu is around 1,123km (698 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,029km (639 miles)
It takes around 3hrs to get from Uluwatu and Palu by plane.
The quickest way to get from Uluwatu to Palu is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx IDR 3,160,350 ($210).
The cheapest way to travel between Uluwatu and Palu is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,003,525 ($67) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Uluwatu and Palu. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Palu (PLW). instead which will take 3hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Uluwatu and Palu. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Palu (PLW). instead which will take 3hrs.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Uluwatu and Palu. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and arrive at Palu (PLW) - via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). The flight takes around 2h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Uluwatu to Palu. There is however a flight that goes via Sultan Hasanuddin (UPG). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Uluwatu to Palu typically takes around 2h 35m. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and and arrive into Palu (PLW).
The closest major airport to Palu is Mutiara Airport (PLW) (PLW) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Palu. Tampa Padang Airport (MJU) (MJU) and Samarinda International Airport (AAP) (AAP) 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 Palu. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Palu (PLW). instead which will take 3hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Uluwatu to Palu is to fly which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around IDR 3,160,350 ($210).
Compare travel optionsbetween Uluwatu and Palu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 3hrs | IDR 3,160,350($210) | on demand | 1,123km (698 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 2 days 10h | IDR 1,003,525($67) | once a week | 1,991km (1,237 miles) |
| Bus to Padang Bai, ferry | 2 days 23h | IDR 1,108,370($74) | once a week | 2,106km (1,309 miles) |
Bus to Banyuwangi, ferry + 1 similar | 2 days 10h | IDR 1,153,305($77) | once a week | 2,032km (1,263 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Train | 2 days 7h | IDR 1,063,435($71) | once a week | 1,989km (1,236 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Uluwatu and Palu
Bus companies
Local Bus Indonesia
DB Trans
LADJU Trans
Perama Tour
Train operators
Kereta API
Airlines
Lion Mentari Airlines
Citilink Indonesia
Wings Air
Ferry operators
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Pelni
Airports near Palu
The following major airports near Palu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Mutiara Airport (PLW)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Palu
Tampa Padang Airport (MJU)
- Distance
- 210km (130 miles) from Palu
Samarinda International Airport (AAP)
- Distance
- 297km (184 miles) from Palu