Key hubs
Seminyak airport and railway station
- Airport
- Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), about 10 km south; roughly 30 to 60 minutes by road depending on traffic. Direct flights from some Indian cities have been reported, so check current schedules with the airlines.
- Railway station
- None. Bali has no useful passenger rail network; travel is by road.
- Getting around
- Private driver for day trips, metered taxis and ride-hailing apps for short hops, scooters not recommended for older visitors. Traffic can be heavy.
How to reach Seminyak by air
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) in Denpasar is the gateway, about 10 km from Seminyak and roughly 30 to 60 minutes by road depending on traffic. IndiGo launched a daily Mumbai to Bali service in October 2025, and reports mention Air India, Delhi and Bengaluru links; check current schedules.
How to reach Seminyak by train
Bali has no useful passenger rail service, so there is no railway station for Seminyak. Travel is by road from the airport.
How to reach Seminyak by road
Seminyak is reached by road from the airport via Kuta and Legian, or from Ubud and Canggu along main roads. Traffic can be slow around sunset and at weekends.
Getting around Seminyak
Use metered taxis, ride-hailing apps or a private driver for day trips. Scooters are common but not advised for older visitors. Short distances on Jalan Kayu Aya can be walked, but pavements are patchy.
For parents and senior travellers
Easy transfers to and in Seminyak
- Use a private driver for temples and day trips rather than scooters or long walks.
- Carry travel insurance papers and the number of a hospital such as BIMC Kuta.
- Ask the airline or railway for wheelchair or porter assistance when you book, not on the day.
- Pre-book the pickup from the airport or station, so nobody has to negotiate with drivers after a long journey.
- Choose arrivals in daylight where you can, and keep the first afternoon free to rest.