Transport guide · How to get from Mataram to Lombok International Airport (LOP)
Mataram to Lombok International Airport (LOP) is 30 km and 40 minutes by car via the cross-island highway. Private driver costs 150,000-250,000 IDR, Grab runs 150,000 IDR (best LOP-area coverage), and budget bemos exist but are impractical for tourists. Most Mataram-based travelers use Grab for cost efficiency.
| Method | Time | Cost | Comfort | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grab car | 40 minutes | 150,000-200,000 IDR | App-based, reliable LOP coverage | Solo travelers, business travelers | |
| Private driver / hotel transfer | 40 minutes | 150,000-250,000 IDR | On demand | Families, those with luggage |
40 minutes · 150,000-200,000 IDR
Tip: Mataram has the best Grab coverage on Lombok — usually faster matches than Kuta or Senggigi.
40 minutes · 150,000-250,000 IDR
Tip: Hotels in Mataram often have driver networks for airport runs at competitive rates.
Use Grab for the best price-to-convenience ratio in Mataram. The city has Lombok's best Grab driver density, so match times are short and pricing is transparent. For early morning flights or families with significant luggage, pre-book a private driver via hotel.
# Mataram to LOP Airport: The Easiest Lombok Transfer
Mataram to Lombok International Airport (LOP) is one of the simplest transfers on the island. The 30 km route via the cross-island highway takes 40 minutes outside of rush hours, runs through Praya, and ends at LOP's single terminal. Multiple transport options work; Grab is the most cost-effective for solo travelers thanks to Mataram's strong Grab driver coverage.
The drive goes south from central Mataram via Jl. TGH Saleh Hambali to the cross-island highway, then continues to LOP airport in Praya district. The route is fully paved, mostly straight, and uncongested outside of Mataram's urban core (which is the only traffic variable).
Distance: 30 km
Drive time: 40 minutes off-peak, 50-60 minutes during Mataram rush hours
Best Grab coverage: 9 AM - 6 PM
Worst times: 7-8:30 AM and 4:30-6 PM (Mataram traffic)
Mataram's Grab driver density is significantly higher than Senggigi, Kuta Lombok, or any other tourist area. This is because Mataram is the city — Indonesians who use Grab for daily commuting create the supply that makes the service work for tourists.
For the LOP airport route specifically, Grab matches are typically:
Pre-book a private driver for 5 AM departures or late-night flights when Grab availability is unpredictable.
| Option | Cost | Reliability |
|--------|------|------------|
| Grab car | 150,000-200,000 IDR | Good (daytime) |
| Private driver via hotel | 200,000-250,000 IDR | Excellent |
| WhatsApp driver network | 150,000-200,000 IDR | Good with pre-booking |
| Public bemo | 25,000-40,000 IDR | Slow, multiple changes |
| Airport taxi (return) | 400,000+ IDR | Avoid — inflated rate |
For 99% of travelers, Grab is the right choice from Mataram. The 50,000 IDR savings over a private driver is worth it for solo and small-group travelers.
For optimal flight timing:
LOP recommended arrival times:
Drivers may need clarification:
Don't say just "the airport" — be specific.
Mataram is large with multiple drop-off areas: