🚕 Book your transfer from Uluwatu to Ubud 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 jungle town of Ubud in central Bali. The most direct route is 54 kilometers (34 mi) long. Depending on traffic conditions, the route takes around 2 hours and 18 minutes on average. However, Bali traffic is notorious, making travel times sometimes hard to predict.

🌴 Anywhere near Uluwatu and Ubud

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 Ubud areas we can drop you off include Central Ubud, Campuhan, Penestanan, Sayan, Pejeng, Goa Gajah as well as Mas. 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 Ubud 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 Ubud.

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 & Ubud

Your trip from Uluwatu to Ubud is a great opportunity to explore Bali! Below are suggestions for interesting sights along the route. When booking your Uluwatu to Ubud 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 Ubud Uluwatu Temple Garuda Wisnu Statue Jimbaran Fish Market Waterbom Water Park Trans Studio Theme Park Sukawati Art Market Bali Safari Ubud Monkey Forest Goa Gajah

  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 Ubud.

  2. 2. Garuda Wisnu Statue

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 9 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.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. Garuda Wisnu Statue is located close from Uluwatu (around half an hour). From there it takes around 2 hours to get to Ubud.

  3. 3. Jimbaran Fish Market

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

    Fun local experience, great for around lunchtime. Buy fish or seafood as fresh as it gets at the Kedonganan Fish market right at the beach in Jimbaran. Barbecue stalls around the market will offer to grill your fresh fish for a small fee, and they will add rice and spices to make the meal complete. If this sounds too adventurous, or if you are arriving around dinner time, alternatively you could ask your driver to stop at any of Jimbaran's beachfront fish restaurants instead.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. You will get to Jimbaran Fish Market during the first half of your ride from Uluwatu to Ubud (after less than an hour). From there it takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Ubud.

  4. 4. Waterbom Water Park

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 180 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 23 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.

    The expected additional driving time to make this stop is around 23 minutes. You will get to Waterbom Water Park during the first half of your ride from Uluwatu to Ubud (after around an hour). From there it takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Ubud.

  5. 5. Trans Studio Theme Park

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 180 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 6 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.

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. Trans Studio Theme Park is located roughly halfway your route. You'll get there around an hour after departing Uluwatu and it will take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to Ubud from there.

  6. 6. 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 second half of your ride from Uluwatu to Ubud (after around 1 hour 30 minutes). From there it takes around half an hour to get to Ubud.

  7. 7. 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 second half of your ride from Uluwatu to Ubud (after around 2 hours). From there it takes around an hour to get to Ubud.

  8. 8. Ubud Monkey Forest

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 120 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 0 min.
    🚖 Extra Cost: 150,000 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!

    This stop can be reached without any additional driving time. After leaving Uluwatu, it will take around 2 hours to get to Ubud Monkey Forest. Ubud Monkey Forest is located close to Ubud (a few minutes).

  9. 9. Goa Gajah

    🌴 Suggested Stop Time: 60 min.
    ⌚ Detour: 10 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. After leaving Uluwatu, it will take around 2 hours to get to Goa Gajah. Goa Gajah is located close to Ubud (around half an hour).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

❓ How to get from Uluwatu to Ubud?

The fastest way to get from Uluwatu to Ubud is by private taxi, and takes roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes. Private transport allows you to see more of Bali by making stops at interesting sights along the way, for example at Uluwatu Temple or Jimbaran Fish Market.

❓ How far is the drive from Uluwatu to Ubud?

The road from the cliffside town of Uluwatu on the south-western tip of Bali's Bukit peninsula to the jungle town of Ubud in central Bali is 54 kilometer (34 mi) long, and takes roughly 2 hours and 18 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 Ubud?

Ubud Monkey Forest and Sukawati Art Market are directly on the way from Uluwatu to Ubud. A stop at Uluwatu Temple is possible with a short 6 minute detour. Or make a stop at Jimbaran Fish Market (6 min extra). Check our site for more places worth stopping while driving Uluwatu to Ubud.

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

The 54 km (34 mi) route from Uluwatu to Ubud takes around 2hr 18min. Taxis are affordable in Bali and this route will only cost you 449,000 Indonesian Rupia (IDR). With our taxi drivers, it is even possible to stop at interesting sights along the Uluwatu - Ubud route.