🚗 Transportation in Bali – How to get around easily and safely
Getting around Bali is an important part of the travel experience. The island offers everything from bustling urban areas to quiet mountain roads, and your choice of transport can have a big impact on both comfort, safety and how much you actually experience. Here is a complete guide to the best transport options in Bali – adapted for Norwegians.
🚕 Private driver – the safest and most comfortable choice
For many, a private car with a driver is the best way to travel around Bali.
Advantages:
- Safe and stress-free
- Fixed price – no haggling
- Local driver
- Perfect for day trips and sightseeing
This is ideal for:
- Families
- Couple
- First-time travelers
- Multi-day trips (e.g. Ubud, Uluwatu, Nusa Penida)
👉 At ReadySetIsland we offer pre-booked private chauffeur service with English-speaking drivers.
🛵 Scooter – flexible, but not for everyone
Scooters are very common in Bali, but not necessarily recommended for everyone.
Advantages:
- Cheap
- Flexible
- Perfect in busy areas like Canggu and Seminyak
Important to know:
- Requires international driving license
- Traffic can be chaotic
- Helmets are mandatory (and absolutely necessary)
Scooters are best suited for:
- Experienced travelers
- Short distances
- Quiet areas
🚐 Transfer between airport and hotel
For a good start to your holiday , pre-booked transfers from the airport are recommended.
Why?
- No stress after a long flight
- The driver is waiting for you.
- Fixed price
- Safe transportation to the hotel
🚤 Boat transport between the islands
If you are going to Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan or the Gili Islands , speedboat is the most common choice.
Tip:
- Choose a reliable operator
- Book in advance during high season
- Remember transportation to/from port
🚖 Taxi and apps (Grab & Gojek)
In urban areas, apps like Grab and Gojek work well.
Advantages:
- Affordable
- Easy ordering via app
Disadvantages:
- Not allowed in all areas
- Less available outside cities
🧭 What do we recommend?
For most Norwegians:
- Private driver for day trips and excursions
- Transfer to/from airport
- Scooter only if you are experienced
This provides the best combination of comfort, safety and experience .
🌴 Ready to explore Bali?
At ReadySetIsland we help you with:
- Private driver
- Day trips
- Multi-day trips
- Boat tickets
- Tailor-made transport