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Leaving the misty jungles and terraced rice paddies of Ubud for the calm shores of Sanur is a classic Bali transition. Ubud is the island's cultural heart, while Sanur offers a more relaxed, coastal pace with its long paved boardwalk. The journey south is relatively short, but the options differ in price and comfort.
Ubud to Sanur by Shuttle Bus and Van
Kura-Kura Bus runs scheduled shared shuttles on the Kuta, Sanur and Ubud lines, with four trips a day between Kuta and Ubud; reservations are required.[1] A one-way ticket on its Kuta, Sanur and Ubud lines costs Rp 100,000, and luggage is free of charge.[2]
Perama Tour also runs a shared shuttle bus with stops in Sanur (in front of Mikro Mini Market) and Ubud (Perama office).[3] Booking platforms list shared vans from Ubud to Sanur at about $9 to $11 per seat, with departures roughly every hour from 07:30 to 16:30 (October 2026).[4]
Ubud to Sanur by Private Transfer
With a family, a group or a lot of luggage, a private transfer picks you up at your hotel in Ubud and drops you at your accommodation in Sanur. Booking platforms list transfers from about $19 for an economy or small car up to about $71 for a 14-passenger van, with trips of about 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes (October 2026).[4] The listed vehicles are economy cars and hatchbacks (3 passengers), small cars and SUVs (4 passengers) and vans (14 passengers).[4]
Ubud to Sanur by Minibus
The cheapest option is the minibus that connects different parts of Bali. Booking platforms list it at about $6 for journeys of about 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, with departures at 11:00 and 17:00 (October 2026).[4] It follows a fixed route with stops along the way, which makes it slower than a van or private car.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price | Duration |
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| Private transfer | About $19 to $71 per vehicle on booking platforms[4] | About 45 min to 1h 15min[4] |
| Minibus | About $6 on booking platforms[4] | About 1h 10min to 1h 30min[4] |
Tips for Traveling from Ubud to Sanur
- Book in Advance: Kura-Kura Bus requires reservations, and morning departures are the most popular, so book a day or two ahead.[1]
- Consider the Traffic: The road passes the outskirts of Denpasar, where traffic can be heavy in the late afternoon. If you have a boat to catch in Sanur, leave earlier than you think you need to.
- Luggage: Shared vans have limited space. If you carry a surfboard or oversized bags, a private SUV or van is more convenient.
- Drop-off Point: Sanur is long. Check where your shuttle stops, as you may need a short taxi ride from the stop to your hotel.
Timetable
| Bus Bali - Bali $ 5.52–6.16 1h 10m – 1h 30m | |
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| Taxi Ubud - Sanur $ 18.55–70.88 45m – 1h 15m | |
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| Van Ubud - Sanur $ 8.83–11.04 15m – 25m | |
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| Taxi Ubud - Bali $ 17.94 55m | |
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| Van Ubud - Bali $ 71.77 55m | |
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| Van Bali - Denpasar $ 5.13 45m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Ubud to Sanur, including current prices and schedules.
The minibus is the cheapest, listed on booking platforms at about $6 (October 2026). Kura-Kura Bus charges Rp 100,000 one way on its Kuta, Sanur and Ubud lines.
A private transfer picks you up at your door and is listed at about 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes. Shuttles and vans stop at fixed points, so the total time depends on traffic.
Booking platforms list private transfers at about 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes and the minibus at about 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kura-Kura Bus does not charge for luggage, but shared vehicles have limited space. With several large suitcases or sports equipment such as surfboards, a private SUV or a larger van is better.
Yes. A private transfer can pick you up at your accommodation in Ubud and drop you at your hotel in Sanur.
Kura-Kura Bus runs four trips a day between Kuta and Ubud, and reservations are required. Booking platforms list shared vans from Ubud to Sanur roughly every hour from 07:30 to 16:30.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Kura-Kura Bus: Kura-Kura Bus: Seat in Coach (SIC) Service. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [2] Kura-Kura Bus: Ticket Info: Kuta to Ubud shuttle. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [3] Perama Tour: Bali Lombok Daily Shuttle Bus. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [4] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Ubud to Sanur. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.