How to get around Canggu
No public transport; most people ride scooters or take Gojek and Grab. Traffic on the main lanes is slow, so cycle or walk for short hops.
Ways to get around Canggu
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Gojek / Grab | About 35,000–90,000 IDR | Bikes are cheapest; local drivers block some pickups |
| Scooter rental | About 70,000–150,000 IDR a day | Cheapest for long stays; heavy traffic and unlit roads |
| Private driver | About 600,000–900,000 IDR per day | For day trips and temples |
Ride-hailing apps in Canggu
A 5 km ride costs about Rp40,000–90,000 ($2.2–5.0).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Gojek | Cheap bikes and cars; pickup limits near some cafés |
| Grab | Cars and bikes; widely used |
| Maxim | Often cheapest; fewer drivers |
- Local drivers sometimes restrict app pickups outside Canggu's main roads; walk a block or arrange a driver by WhatsApp.
Arriving in Canggu
Ngurah Rai International (DPS)
Taxi or Grab 250,000–400,000 IDR, 45–90 min depending on traffic; ride apps pick up from set zones.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Standard for long stays; police checkpoints fine riders without a licence or helmet. Crashes are the top injury here.
- Driving: on the left. Bring an IDP plus your home licence with the motorcycle category; Bali police fine unlicensed scooter riders at checkpoints.
- Onward travel in Indonesia: Fly between islands (Garuda, Lion Air, Citilink, AirAsia); trains run the length of Java; ferries and fast boats link Bali, Lombok and the Gilis. Allow for delays.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Canggu?
No. Use Gojek, Grab, Maxim instead.
What's the best way to get around Canggu?
No public transport; most people ride scooters or take Gojek and Grab. Traffic on the main lanes is slow, so cycle or walk for short hops.
How do I get from the airport to Canggu?
Taxi or Grab 250,000–400,000 IDR, 45–90 min depending on traffic; ride apps pick up from set zones.
Is Canggu walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
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