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    Bali (Denpasar) to Yogyakarta is easiest by direct flight to Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA). Overlanders can cross by ferry to Java and continue by train (scenic) or take a direct overnight bus. Private car + ferry is the most flexible…  
        
    
       
      
       
    
  
  
  
    Bali to Gili Gede (Southwest Lombok) is a quieter, more local route than the famous Gili T/Air/Meno. Your main choices: a fast boat to Lombok’s southwest plus a short local boat to Gili Gede, a quick flight to Lombok (LOP)…  
        
    
       
      
       
    
  
  
  
    Bali to Nusa Lembongan is a quick island hop: most travelers take a 30–40 minute fast boat from Sanur Beach with optional hotel pickup. Alternatives include boats from Serangan (pier boarding), bundled door-to-door transfers, or organized day trips that include…  
        
    
       
      
       
    
  
  
  
    Jakarta to Bandung is one of Indonesia’s easiest intercity trips. You can take the new high-speed train (Whoosh) from Halim to Padalarang with a quick feeder into Bandung, ride frequent executive buses/“travel” shuttles via the Cipularang toll road, book a…  
        
    
       
      
       
    
  
  
  
    Singapore to Batam is a classic straits hop: fast ferries run year-round from HarbourFront Centre and Tanah Merah to several Batam terminals (Batam Centre, Harbour Bay, Sekupang, Nongsapura). You can go DIY (just book a ferry), bundle a tour that…  
        
    
       
      
       
    
  
  
  
    Getting from Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Ubud is simple once you choose between a meet-and-greet private transfer, official airport taxi or rideshare, shared shuttle/minivan, a budget combo via Kuta/Sanur, or self-drive. Travel time is typically…  
        
    
       
      
       
    
  
  
  
    Bali ⇄ Lombok is straightforward once you pick between fast boats (to Bangsal/Senggigi), the 24/7 public ferry (Padangbai→Lembar), or a quick hop flight (DPS→LOP) plus a short ride to your Lombok base. Below are at-a-glance picks, booking tips, and step-by-steps…  
        
    
       
      
       
    
  
  
  
    Bali to the Gilis is easy when you match your route to your budget, sea conditions, and where you’re staying (south, central, or east Bali). Below, find at-a-glance options, how to choose, booking tips, and step-by-steps for boats and the…