Transport guide · How to get from Mataram to Kuta Lombok
Mataram to Kuta Lombok is 55 km and 75-90 minutes via the cross-island highway through Praya. Grab car costs 220,000-280,000 IDR, private driver 250,000-350,000 IDR, Perama shuttle 150,000 IDR. Most travelers use Grab or hotel-arranged drivers for this scenic cross-island move.
| Method | Time | Cost | Comfort | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grab car | 75-90 minutes | 220,000-280,000 IDR | Reliable from Mataram | Most travelers | |
| Private driver | 75 minutes | 250,000-350,000 IDR | On demand | Families, fixed schedules | |
| Perama shuttle | 2 hours with stops | 150,000 IDR per person | Once daily afternoon | Budget solo travelers |
75-90 minutes · 220,000-280,000 IDR
Tip: Mataram has best Grab coverage on Lombok — easy match.
75 minutes · 250,000-350,000 IDR
Tip: Slightly more expensive than Grab but guaranteed timing.
2 hours with stops · 150,000 IDR per person
Tip: Cheapest option but slow with multiple stops.
Use Grab for the best balance of price and convenience (220-280k IDR). The 75-minute drive is straightforward via cross-island highway. Choose private driver only for guaranteed timing with families or fixed schedules. Perama is the budget option but adds 30+ minutes of stops.
# Mataram to Kuta Lombok: South Coast Move
Mataram to Kuta Lombok is the standard route for travelers shifting from Lombok's administrative center to the south coast surf and beach scene. The 55 km drive takes 75-90 minutes via the cross-island highway, passing through Praya district (where LOP airport is located) before continuing south to Kuta.
The drive uses the main north-south highway connecting Mataram to Praya and continuing south to Kuta. Fully paved, well-maintained, and the standard route used by drivers daily. No mountain passes or difficult sections — just a steady drive through rice paddies and small towns.
Distance: 55 km
Drive time: 75 minutes off-peak, 90 minutes during Mataram exit traffic
Best timing: Mid-morning (10 AM) or mid-afternoon (1-3 PM)
Avoid: Mataram morning rush (7-9 AM)
Mataram has Lombok's best Grab driver coverage, and Grab cars work for the full Mataram-Kuta journey at 220,000-280,000 IDR. This is cheaper than:
For solo travelers and small groups, Grab is the obvious choice.
A common pattern: arrive at LOP airport, spend a few hours in Mataram for shopping or errands, then continue to Kuta Lombok in the afternoon. The route works well for this:
1. LOP arrival
2. Grab to Mataram (40 min, 150,000 IDR)
3. 2-3 hours Mataram (Epicentrum Mall, lunch)
4. Grab to Kuta Lombok (75 min, 250,000 IDR)
5. Total: ~5 hours and ~400,000 IDR per person
This works for travelers who land in Mataram-area for medical appointments, shopping, or business before continuing to Lombok beach destinations.
Kuta Lombok is small but has multiple zones. Specify your accommodation:
Most accommodations are in central Kuta or beach area within 10 minutes of each other.
This route makes sense as part of a larger Lombok itinerary:
Mataram-focused with Kuta extension:
Cross-island via Mataram:
Onward connections from Kuta: