Private Car with Driver — Bali West Transport
Gilimanuk to Ubud Transfer
Your driver meets you at Gilimanuk Ferry Port and takes you straight to your Ubud hotel or villa.
Quick Answer
Private Car from Gilimanuk to Ubud
Book a private transfer from Gilimanuk to Ubud with Bali West Transport. The journey takes approximately 3.5–4.5 hours depending on traffic and provides a comfortable door-to-door transport solution for travellers arriving via the Ketapang–Gilimanuk ferry from Java.
It suits Ijen hikers, overland travellers, families, and anyone carrying luggage. Pickup is at the port exit, drop-off is at your accommodation, and you book on WhatsApp.
Why Choose Us
Why Book This Transfer with Us
Pickup timed to your ferry
Send us your crossing time from Ketapang. Your driver keeps in touch on WhatsApp and meets you at the port exit when you actually arrive.
Local West Bali drivers
Our drivers are based in West Bali and drive this road regularly, including the busy stretch through Tabanan and Mengwi.
One car, start to finish
No bus to Ubung terminal and no second ride to Ubud. The same car takes you from the port to your accommodation door.
Stops when you want them
Meal breaks, toilet stops, or a temple visit on the way. Tell us what you would like and we plan the route around it.
Route
Gilimanuk to Ubud
Distance
125–140 km
Est. Time
3.5–4.5 hrs
Tell us your date & group size.
Distance and Travel Time
How Long the Drive Takes
The drive covers 125–140 km and takes 3.5–4.5 hours. The road follows Bali's south-west coast through Negara and Tabanan, then turns inland at Mengwi towards Ubud.
Morning departures are usually quickest. Expect slower traffic through Tabanan and Mengwi in the late afternoon, and on ceremony days when processions use the road.
Sayan, Kedewatan, Penestanan
Western edge of Ubud — the first areas you reach coming from Gilimanuk.
Central Ubud & Monkey Forest
Narrow one-way streets. Some homestays sit down footpaths, so the driver stops at the nearest car access.
Tegallalang & Payangan
North of the centre. Allow roughly 20–30 extra minutes.
Mas, Peliatan, Pejeng
South and east of the centre, reached through the village roads.
Pickup
Pickup Locations in West Bali
- Gilimanuk Ferry Port (passenger exit)
- Hotels and homestays in Gilimanuk
- Pemuteran and Menjangan Island area
- Medewi, Negara, and other West Bali addresses
Your driver messages you before the ferry docks with where to meet.
Drop-off
Drop-off Locations in Ubud
- Hotels, resorts, and villas in Ubud
- Guesthouses and Airbnb stays
- Yoga retreats and wellness resorts
- Any address in the greater Ubud area
Share your exact address or a Google Maps pin when you book.
Who It's For
Who Uses This Transfer
Ijen crater hikers
Finishing the Kawah Ijen hike in Banyuwangi and crossing the same morning? We pick you up at Gilimanuk so you can rest in the car to Ubud.
Overland from Java
Arriving by train at Banyuwangi Ketapang station or by car from Surabaya and Yogyakarta, then crossing on the Ketapang–Gilimanuk ferry.
Divers and nature trips
Leaving Menjangan Island, Pemuteran, or West Bali National Park for the second half of your trip in Ubud.
Families and groups
Children, prams, and big bags are easier in a private car than on a bus with a change at Ubung terminal.
Journey Overview
The Route and Optional Stops
Gilimanuk → Negara → Medewi → Tabanan → Mengwi → Ubud. Add any of these stops when you book.
On the main road
Rambut Siwi Temple
Clifftop sea temple near Yeh Embang, a short walk from the car park.
On the main road
Medewi & Soka beaches
Black-sand coast with warungs — a good place for lunch and a stretch.
On the way in
Taman Ayun Temple, Mengwi
Royal water temple, part of Bali's UNESCO-listed subak landscape.
Short detour
Tanah Lot
Bali's best-known sea temple. Popular at sunset, so allow extra time.
Longer detour
Jatiluwih rice terraces
UNESCO-listed terraces in the hills. Best if you leave the port early.
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Benefits of a Private Transfer
Private car
Door to door, leaves when you arrive, stops on request. Best for luggage, families, and late ferries.
Tourist shuttle
Fixed departure times and shared seats. Works if your ferry lines up with the schedule.
Public bus
Cheapest, but you change at Ubung terminal in Denpasar and still need a ride to Ubud.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a private car from Gilimanuk to Ubud take?
Plan for 3.5–4.5 hours of driving. Traffic around Tabanan and Mengwi in the late afternoon and temple ceremonies on the road can add time. Any stops you ask for come on top of that.
How far is Gilimanuk Ferry Port from Ubud?
About 125–140 km, depending on where you stay. Sayan and Kedewatan on the western edge of Ubud are the closest; Tegallalang in the north is the furthest.
What happens if my ferry from Ketapang is delayed?
Tell us your planned crossing time when you book and message us when you board. Your driver follows your updates on WhatsApp and meets you when you arrive at the port.
Can we stop at Tanah Lot or Jatiluwih on the way?
Yes. Let us know when you book so we can plan the route and timing. Entrance fees at temples and rice terraces are paid on site.
What vehicle will we get?
An air-conditioned car for up to 4 passengers with luggage. For bigger groups we offer a 19-seat minibus. Mention surfboards, prams, or extra bags so we send the right vehicle.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp with your travel date, ferry crossing time, number of passengers, and your Ubud address. We reply with a best offer and confirm the booking.
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