🚕 Book your transfer from Balian to Sidemen now

Book your private car with driver from Balian surf beach to the authentic Balinese countryside village of Sidemen in East Bali. The most direct route is 81 kilometers (50 mi) long. Depending on traffic conditions, the route takes around 3 hours and 4 minutes on average. However, Bali traffic is notorious, making travel times sometimes hard to predict.

🌴 Anywhere near Balian and Sidemen

For the listed tariff, our independent drivers can pick you up anywhere in Balian, including Balian Beach, Soka Beach and Mejan Beach. The Sidemen areas we can drop you off include Sidemen, Selat town, Telaga Waja Rafting as well as Gembleng Waterfall. We service outside these areas too, but pricing might be slightly different than the tariff listed. Just let us know your departure and destination to find out, or check our Balian Taxi and Sidemen Taxi pages for popular routes.

🏆 Friendly and reliable local drivers

We work with great independent drivers that meet our high quality standards. The taxi drivers we work with all operate modern cars equipped with air conditioning and are able to communicate in English. They all know the island really well. Any parking fees and tolls are included in the price. But most importantly, you can count on our drivers getting you safely and comfortably through the Bali traffic from Balian to your destination in Sidemen.

Balitaxi.com connects people that require transport with independent local drivers. We make it easier to organize, plan and book your Bali transfers in advance without haggling on the streets. While we vouch for the drivers that work with us, we do not operate our own cars or taxis.

📍 Optional stops between Balian & Sidemen

Your trip from Balian to Sidemen is a great opportunity to explore Bali! Below are suggestions for interesting sights along the route. When booking your Balian to Sidemen transfer with us, just tell us which extra stop(s) you would like to make along the way! Do note that entrance fees are not included when booking additional stops on your route.

Balian Sidemen Penatahan Hot Springs Bali Zoo Sukawati Art Market Ubud Monkey Forest Tegenungan Waterfall Goa Gajah Bali Safari

  1. 1. Penatahan Hot Springs

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 22 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 IDR

    Off the beaten path natural hot springs in the nature with sulfur pools. Possible to book a private pool area for your family or as a couple, or joining one of the private pools.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 22 minutes. You will get to Penatahan Hot Springs during the first half of your ride from Balian to Sidemen (after a little over an hour). From there it takes around 2 hours to get to Sidemen.

  2. 2. Bali Zoo

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 120 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 6 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 IDR

    Large zoo featuring orang-utangs, elephants, crocodiles and even African lions. It is a beautiful lush park where animals are taken well care of. Great stop with kids, who might even be invited to participate in the feeding of the animals.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. You will get to Bali Zoo during the second half of your ride from Balian to Sidemen (after around 2 hours). From there it takes a little over an hour to get to Sidemen.

  3. 3. Sukawati Art Market

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 12 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    Sukawati is an artistic village in Bali, known for its crafts and art. At the art market, you will be able to find local art and original Balinese souvenirs at often much lower prices than you will find in Ubud or other tourist areas.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 12 minutes. You will get to Sukawati Art Market during the second half of your ride from Balian to Sidemen (after around 2 hours). From there it takes around an hour to get to Sidemen.

  4. 4. Ubud Monkey Forest

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 120 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 29 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 IDR

    The Sacret Ubud Monkey Forest Sanctuary is located right next to Ubud town. The tropical forest is home to hundreds of long-tailed macaque monkeys, as well as a river and three Hindu temples. Watch your stuff, the monkeys are known to steal any loose items!

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 29 minutes. Ubud Monkey Forest is located roughly halfway your route. You'll get there around 2 hours after departing Balian and it will take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Sidemen from there.

  5. 5. Tegenungan Waterfall

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 13 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    The Tegenungan waterfall is a popular spot to cool down south of Ubud. After walking 150 steps down, you'll be able to wade through the water and feel the power of this waterfall. Lazy option: on the surrounding cliffs there are some cafes with infinity pools, from where you have a great view of the waterfall too.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 13 minutes. You will get to Tegenungan Waterfall during the second half of your ride from Balian to Sidemen (after around 2 hours). From there it takes a little over an hour to get to Sidemen.

  6. 6. Goa Gajah

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 8 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    Great cultural and historic stop for a 1-hour visit. Cave temple complex with stone carvings of Hindu gods dating back to the 9th century. The lush surroundings add to the mystical atmosphere. Don't miss out on the spectacular elephant cave!

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. You will get to Goa Gajah during the second half of your ride from Balian to Sidemen (after around 2 hours). From there it takes around an hour to get to Sidemen.

  7. 7. Bali Safari

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 180 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 6 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 IDR

    Bali Safari & Marine Park is a large zoo where you can board the safari tram to witness animals like zebras, hippos and even lions roaming freely around you. Kids can learn about wildlife at the educational shows. Other highlights include the elephant safari and rainforest trail.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. You will get to Bali Safari during the second half of your ride from Balian to Sidemen (after around 2 hours 30 minutes). From there it takes around an hour to get to Sidemen.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ How to get from Balian to Sidemen?

The fastest way to get from Balian to Sidemen is by private taxi, and takes roughly 3 hours and 4 minutes. Private transport allows you to see more of Bali by making stops at interesting sights along the way, for example at Ubud Monkey Forest or Tegenungan Waterfall.

❓ How far is the drive from Balian to Sidemen?

The road from Balian surf beach to the authentic Balinese countryside village of Sidemen in East Bali is 81 kilometer (50 mi) long, and takes roughly 3 hours and 4 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Build some margin if you need to arrive at a specific time, as Bali traffic can be unpredictable.

❓ What interesting tourist sights are on the way from Balian to Sidemen?

A stop at Bali Safari is possible with a short 6 minute detour on your way from Balian to Sidemen. Or make a stop at Bali Zoo (6 min extra). Check our site for more places worth stopping while driving Balian to Sidemen.

❓ What is the price of a private taxi from Balian to Sidemen?

The 81 km (50 mi) route from Balian to Sidemen takes around 3hr 4min. Taxis are affordable in Bali and this route will only cost you 899,000 Indonesian Rupia (IDR). With our taxi drivers, it is even possible to stop at interesting sights along the Balian - Sidemen route.