🚕 Book your transfer from Uluwatu to Padangbai now

Book your private car with driver from the cliffside town of Uluwatu on the south-western tip of Bali's Bukit peninsula to the harbour town of Padangbai (also known as Padang Bai). The most direct route is 73 kilometers (45 mi) long. Depending on traffic conditions, the route takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes on average. However, Bali traffic is notorious, making travel times sometimes hard to predict.

🌴 Anywhere near Uluwatu and Padangbai

For the listed tariff, our independent drivers can pick you up anywhere in Uluwatu, including Uluwatu Temple, Padang Padang Beach, Nyang Nyang Beach, Pecatu, Bingin Beach and Dreamland Beach. The Padangbai areas we can drop you off include Padangbai town, Lombok Ferry Port, Gili Island Fast Ferries Port as well as Blue Lagoon Beach. 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 Uluwatu Taxi and Padangbai 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 Uluwatu to your destination in Padangbai.

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 Uluwatu & Padangbai

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

Uluwatu Padangbai Uluwatu Temple Nyang Nyang Beach Garuda Wisnu Statue Bali Zoo Sukawati Art Market Tegenungan Waterfall Ubud Monkey Forest Goa Gajah Blue Lagoon Beach

  1. 1. Uluwatu Temple

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 6 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    The 11th century Uluwatu Temple is towering over the cliffs of Uluwatu overlooking the Indian Ocean. Popular destination all day but especially for sunset, when a traditional Balinese Kecak dance show is performed. Watch out for the monkeys roaming around the temple complex!

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. Uluwatu Temple is located close from Uluwatu (a few minutes). From there it takes around 2 hours 30 minutes to get to Padangbai.

  2. 2. Nyang Nyang Beach

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 8 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    This beach is a hidden gem near Uluwatu. Vast unspoiled white sand beach surrounded by lush green hills. The car will have to park on the top of the cliff, so you can either walk down to the beach or pay one of the locals a small fee to take you down on the back of a motorbike.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. Nyang Nyang Beach is located close from Uluwatu (a few minutes). From there it takes around 2 hours 30 minutes to get to Padangbai.

  3. 3. Garuda Wisnu Statue

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 20 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    The Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue can be seen from all over south Bali. It is the largest statue in Indonesia and it is even taller than the Statue of Liberty in New York! The statue depicts the Hindu story of Garuda's search for Amrita.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 20 minutes. Garuda Wisnu Statue is located close from Uluwatu (around half an hour). From there it takes around 2 hours 30 minutes to get to Padangbai.

  4. 4. Bali Zoo

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 120 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 28 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.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 28 minutes. You will get to Bali Zoo during the second half of your ride from Uluwatu to Padangbai (after around 2 hours). From there it takes around an hour to get to Padangbai.

  5. 5. 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 Uluwatu to Padangbai (after around 1 hour 30 minutes). From there it takes around an hour to get to Padangbai.

  6. 6. Tegenungan Waterfall

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 28 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.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 28 minutes. You will get to Tegenungan Waterfall during the second half of your ride from Uluwatu to Padangbai (after around 2 hours). From there it takes around an hour to get to Padangbai.

  7. 7. Ubud Monkey Forest

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 120 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 60 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 300,000 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 60 minutes. Ubud Monkey Forest is located roughly halfway your route. You'll get there around 2 hours after departing Uluwatu and it will take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Padangbai from there.

  8. 8. Goa Gajah

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 39 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 225,000 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!

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 39 minutes. You will get to Goa Gajah during the second half of your ride from Uluwatu to Padangbai (after around 2 hours). From there it takes around an hour to get to Padangbai.

  9. 9. Blue Lagoon Beach

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 90 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 3 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 IDR

    A small white-sand beach with beautiful blue waters surrounding by lush cliffs. Great for snorkeling. Watch out for the monkeys that are enjoying the beach as well, and might be interested in your stuff!

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. After leaving Uluwatu, it will take around 2 hours 30 minutes to get to Blue Lagoon Beach. Blue Lagoon Beach is located close to Padangbai (a few minutes).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ How to get from Uluwatu to Padangbai?

The fastest way to get from Uluwatu to Padangbai is by private taxi, and takes roughly 2 hours and 30 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 Blue Lagoon Beach.

❓ How far is the drive from Uluwatu to Padangbai?

The road from the cliffside town of Uluwatu on the south-western tip of Bali's Bukit peninsula to the harbour town of Padangbai (also known as Padang Bai) is 73 kilometer (45 mi) long, and takes roughly 2 hours and 30 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 Uluwatu to Padangbai?

Blue Lagoon Beach is directly on the way from Uluwatu to Padangbai. A stop at Uluwatu Temple is possible with a short 6 minute detour. Or make a stop at Nyang Nyang Beach (8 min extra). Check our site for more places worth stopping while driving Uluwatu to Padangbai.

❓ What is the price of a private taxi from Uluwatu to Padangbai?

The 73 km (45 mi) route from Uluwatu to Padangbai takes around 2hr 30min. Taxis are affordable in Bali and this route will only cost you 674,000 Indonesian Rupia (IDR). With our taxi drivers, it is even possible to stop at interesting sights along the Uluwatu - Padangbai route.