How to get from Sanur to Ubud – All Possible Ways

Last updated on January 26th, 2023 at 03:06 pm

If you are looking how to get from Sanur to Ubud by bus (cheapest option), taxi, Go Jek and Grab and private transportation we will give you all the information in this blog post. If you are traveling around Bali the best way to move around is renting a motorbike. Click here to book online Bali activities and day trips

The distance from Sanur to Ubud is only 25 kilometers. But traffic is really bad in Bali and it can take you until 1 hour to get there. Read here Ubud itinerary and best sim card in Bali.

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WHERE TO STAY IN UBUD

For accommodation, you can find really good accommodation for an affordable price. Prices start from $7 USD in a local guesthouse depending on how much you want to stretch your budget.

You can do tours (for example Tegalallang Rice fields starting from $10 USD). You can also get massages for $4-5 USD per hour and rent a motorbike for $4-5 USD per day. Ubud is really great for budget travelers.

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Sanur to Ubud

The cheapest option from Sanur to Ubud is by bus from the port. It will be great option if you are traveling alone and on a budget and with not so much luggage. You can get Perama Buses and Kura Kura Buses from the port in Sanur to Ubud.

The buses from Sanur to Ubud costs 55K IDR which is $4 USD. It will take around one hour. The buses are leaving from Perama Tour & Travel or Kura Kura Buses, click here to check the exact location.

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BEST OPTION SANUR TO UBUD BY GO JEK AND GRAB

If you want to get from Sanur to Ubud by Go Jek and Grab will be our favorite option especially if you are two people traveling with luggage. You can book online in advance and the prices are fixed avoiding the negotiation with taxi drivers. The fare Sanur to Ubud can be around 120-150K IDR which is cheaper than the taxi.

The travel time Sanur to Ubud will be less than 1 hour. And this option is great if you are traveling 2-3 people with luggage. For us is our favorite option to move around Bali and Southeast Asia in general.

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SANUR TO UBUD BY TAXI

If you want to get from Sanur to Ubud by taxi will be a comfortable option. Taxi prices Sanur to Ubud will be starting 150K IDR (around $10 USD).

The cheapest taxi and most reliable that we always use in Bali is Blue Bird Taxi. The travel time from Sanur to Ubud can be less than one 1 hour depending on the traffic.

SANUR TO UBUD PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION

If you prefer the comfort of private transportation around Bali because you are traveling in a group or with too much luggage. It will not be expensive and it will be so efficient.

If you are traveling with a private driver from Sanur to Ubud you can stop anytime to take pictures or to buy anything that you see on the way. There are a few interesting spots on the way and the driver will guide you around.

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MOTORBIKE SANUR TO UBUD

Another way if you aren’t bringing so much luggage is riding a motorbike. You can rent them quite cheap around $5 USD per day in the port and even cheaper if you rent for a few days.

You can go on your own visiting your favorite spots on the way to Ubud and it will take you around one hour to reach there. Be careful and check the weather in advance especially at rainy season.

BEST TIME TO VISIT UBUD

The best time to visit Ubud is from April to October. The most hectic time in Ubud are on July and August. Make sure to remember those months so you can plan ahead. November to March is Ubud’s wet season so the beaches may not be at their best. Still, it’s worth the trip since Ubud is still beautiful during this time.

Click here to know when is the best season to visit Ubud!

DAILY BUDGET TRAVEL IN UBUD

You can find cafes serving less than $1 USD and you can also eat local food like Nasi Goreng or Nasi Campur for $1-2. You can also enjoy some Smoothies and Gelato if you’re traveling on a hot season. Everything’s really affordable if you are traveling on a budget, you won’t have any problem at all. They also offer beers during Happy Hour for only $2-3 USD.

For accommodation, you can find really good accommodation for an affordable price. Prices start from $7 USD in a local guesthouse depending on how much you want to stretch your budget.

You can do tours (for example Tegalallang Rice fields starting from $10 USD). You can also get massages for $4-5 USD per hour and rent a motorbike for $4-5 USD per day. Ubud is really great for budget travelers.

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