Can you get around Ubud and nearby attractions by scooter or car without a driver?
Based on 1 discussion with 4 participants · Last activity: today
TL;DR
Yes, a scooter is the best way to explore Ubud and surroundings. Roads to Mount Batur and nearby waterfalls take around 2 hours by bike — longer by car due to traffic.
What the community said
A scooter is the most practical way to get around Ubud. There are a few notorious traffic bottlenecks, but overall it's faster and more flexible than a car. Your exact location within the area affects which routes make sense.
today Ubud — scooter
Getting to Mount Batur from Ubud is faster by scooter than by car. Budget around 2 hours for the ride, and note that the road quality is rough in places.
today Mount Batur — ~2 hours from Ubud
Waterfalls and lakes around Ubud are easily reachable independently by scooter or car. Maps show roughly 1.5 hours — which is fairly accurate, though a scooter is typically quicker.
today Waterfalls & lakes — ~1.5 hrs from Ubud
Grab generally works in the Ubud area and southern Bali (Dreamland, Uluwatu), but availability can be very limited or impossible in some remote spots. For trips between Dreamland and Uluwatu, Grab is usually available.
today Grab — Dreamland / Uluwatu