THE SHORT VERSION
Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Denpasar at a glance.
- From
- Special Capital Region of Jakarta Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
- To
- Denpasar
- Road distance
- About 1193 km
- Straight line
- 966 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~15 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Denpasar to Special Capital Region of Jakarta →
Ready to travel from Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Denpasar?
Check live availability, fares and departure times with 12Go.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Special Capital Region of Jakarta
Jakarta is Indonesia's capital and the hub for buses across Java and to Sumatra. Long-distance services use several large terminals on the edges of the city.
- Kampung Rambutan
South-east. Routes to the south and west of Java. - Pulo Gebang
East. Major long-distance terminal for routes across Java and Bali. - Kalideres
West. Routes to Sumatra.
Arriving in Denpasar
Mengwi is some way from the tourist areas: arrange a taxi or ride-hail onward.
- Mengwi bus terminal
North-west of Denpasar. Buses to and from Java, including the ferry crossing. - Tourist shuttle offices
Operators such as Perama run shuttles between Bali's tourist areas.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Buses to Java include the Gilimanuk–Ketapang ferry.
- Book ahead around Eid and New Year.
KEEP GOING
From Denpasar, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Denpasar
More buses from Special Capital Region of Jakarta
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Special Capital Region of Jakarta from Denpasar by road?+
About 1193 km by road (966 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Denpasar take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 15 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Special Capital Region of Jakarta?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Special Capital Region of Jakarta include Kampung Rambutan, Pulo Gebang, Kalideres, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Denpasar to Special Capital Region of Jakarta?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Denpasar to Special Capital Region of Jakarta guide.
Where does the bus from Special Capital Region of Jakarta arrive in Denpasar?+
It depends on the operator. In Denpasar, services use Mengwi bus terminal, Tourist shuttle offices. Mengwi is some way from the tourist areas: arrange a taxi or ride-hail onward.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Denpasar?+
Mengwi is some way from the tourist areas: arrange a taxi or ride-hail onward.
What kind of bus runs from Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Denpasar?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Denpasar bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Denpasar by bus?+
Direct buses from Denpasar include Kuta, Sanur, Ubud District, Padangbai, Banyuwangi and more. See all connections on our Denpasar bus page.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
Book Special Capital Region of Jakarta → Denpasar on 12GoFOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
12Go: Special Capital Region of Jakarta to Denpasar bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Jakarta (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Denpasar (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →