Cities Near Bali
Cities near Bali, Indonesia: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Ubud, Seminyak, Kuta. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Bali, Indonesia is Ubud, about 12 mi (19 km) away — roughly 40 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UbudRice terraces, temples and the arts | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| SeminyakBeach clubs, dining and boutiques | 3 mi / 5 km | 11 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| KutaFamous surf beach and nightlife | 4 mi / 7 km | 15 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| SanurCalm beach town and sunrise coast | 4 mi / 6 km | 12 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nusa DuaResort enclave with calm beaches | 9 mi / 14 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| UluwatuClifftop temple and surf breaks | 14 mi / 23 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Banjar | 37 mi / 60 km | 1 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mataram | 62 mi / 100 km | 1 hr 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Muncar | 62 mi / 100 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Situbondo | 106 mi / 170 km | 2 hr 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Bali
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Ubud, Seminyak, Kuta, Sanur, Nusa Dua. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Bali
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Situbondo. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Bali include Ubud, Seminyak, Kuta, Sanur, Nusa Dua. The closest is Ubud, about 12 miles (19 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.