🚕 Book your transfer from Ubud to Kuta now

Book your private car with driver from the jungle town of Ubud in central Bali to the popular South Bali beach town of Kuta. The most direct route is 32 kilometers (20 mi) long. Depending on traffic conditions, the route takes around 1 hours and 38 minutes on average. However, Bali traffic is notorious, making travel times sometimes hard to predict.

🌴 Anywhere near Ubud and Kuta

For the listed tariff, our independent drivers can pick you up anywhere in Ubud, including Central Ubud, Campuhan, Penestanan, Sayan, Pejeng, Goa Gajah and Mas. The Kuta areas we can drop you off include Kuta Beach, Legian, Beachwalk Mall, Sunset Road, Poppies Lane, Jerman Beach as well as . 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 Ubud Taxi and Kuta 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 Ubud to your destination in Kuta.

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 Ubud & Kuta

Your trip from Ubud to Kuta is a great opportunity to explore Bali! Below are suggestions for interesting sights along the route. When booking your Ubud to Kuta 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.

Ubud Kuta Ubud Monkey Forest Goa Gajah Tegenungan Waterfall Sukawati Art Market Bali Zoo Bali Safari Trans Studio Theme Park Krisna Souvenir Megastore Waterbom Water Park

  1. 1. Ubud Monkey Forest

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 120 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 25 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 25 minutes. Ubud Monkey Forest is located close from Ubud (a few minutes). From there it takes around 2 hours to get to Kuta.

  2. 2. Goa Gajah

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 4 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. Goa Gajah is located close from Ubud (around 15 minutes). From there it takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Kuta.

  3. 3. Tegenungan Waterfall

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 5 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 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.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. You will get to Tegenungan Waterfall during the first half of your ride from Ubud to Kuta (after around half an hour). From there it takes a little over an hour to get to Kuta.

  4. 4. Sukawati Art Market

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 1 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.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. You will get to Sukawati Art Market during the first half of your ride from Ubud to Kuta (after around half an hour). From there it takes around an hour to get to Kuta.

  5. 5. Bali Zoo

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 120 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 1 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 first half of your ride from Ubud to Kuta (after around half an hour). From there it takes around an hour to get to Kuta.

  6. 6. Bali Safari

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 180 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 29 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 300,000 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.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 29 minutes. You will get to Bali Safari during the first half of your ride from Ubud to Kuta (after less than an hour). From there it takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Kuta.

  7. 7. Trans Studio Theme Park

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 180 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 11 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 IDR

    Indoor attraction park with a thrilling rooftop rollercoaster and many other rides for all ages. As the park is located inside an air-conditioned mall, it is a great stop to escape the Bali heat for a few hours with your family.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 11 minutes. After leaving Ubud, it will take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Trans Studio Theme Park. Trans Studio Theme Park is located close to Kuta (around half an hour).

  8. 8. Krisna Souvenir Megastore

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 30 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 10 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    With 3 floors, Krisna Oleh Oleh Bali Bypass is the largest souvenir super shop in Bali and all of South-East Asia. A good place to find original souvenirs to take back home. Its very close to the airport but prices are much cheaper than in the terminal building.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. After leaving Ubud, it will take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Krisna Souvenir Megastore. Krisna Souvenir Megastore is located close to Kuta (around 15 minutes).

  9. 9. Waterbom Water Park

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 180 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 6 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 300,000 IDR

    Asia's largest waterpark with 26 slides and attractions, and countless pools surrounded by lush gardens. Many options for lunch, snacks or drinks. We suggest spending 3 hours here to experience most of the rides.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. After leaving Ubud, it will take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Waterbom Water Park. Waterbom Water Park is located close to Kuta (a few minutes).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ How to get from Ubud to Kuta?

The fastest way to get from Ubud to Kuta is by private taxi, and takes roughly 1 hours and 38 minutes. Private transport allows you to see more of Bali by making stops at interesting sights along the way, for example at Goa Gajah or Krisna Souvenir Megastore.

❓ How far is the drive from Ubud to Kuta?

The road from the jungle town of Ubud in central Bali to the popular South Bali beach town of Kuta is 32 kilometer (20 mi) long, and takes roughly 1 hours and 38 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 Ubud to Kuta?

Sukawati Art Market, Bali Zoo, Goa Gajah and other sights are directly on the way from Ubud to Kuta. A stop at Trans Studio Theme Park is possible with a short 11 minute detour. Or make a stop at Waterbom Water Park (6 min extra). Check our site for more places worth stopping while driving Ubud to Kuta.

❓ What is the price of a private taxi from Ubud to Kuta?

The 32 km (20 mi) route from Ubud to Kuta takes around 1hr 38min. Taxis are affordable in Bali and this route will only cost you 374,000 Indonesian Rupia (IDR). With our taxi drivers, it is even possible to stop at interesting sights along the Ubud - Kuta route.