What Bali’s 46-Stop Electric-Bus Trial From Denpasar to GWK Means

Denpasar — Eleven electric buses began a trial service on Nov. 9, 2026, linking GOR Ngurah Rai in Denpasar with Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) in Jimbaran. The route has 46 stops toward GWK and 41 on the return journey.

The service is free during the trial, which is planned to run through December 2026. Passengers must still tap an electronic-money card so officials can record ridership. People without a card can use one provided on board by the transportation authorities.

Why the 46-stop route matters to Bali visitors

The service connects central Denpasar with the GWK cultural and tourism area in southern Bali, giving visitors and residents a public-transport option across parts of Denpasar and Badung. The listed stops include university facilities, government offices, shopping areas, medical facilities and neighborhoods along the corridor.

The route generally follows Corridor I of Trans Sarbagita, Bali’s provincial public-transport system, with adjustments on the return trip through Renon. The outward journey begins at GOR Ngurah Rai and ends at GWK; the reverse service begins at GWK and returns to GOR Ngurah Rai.

Although no fare is charged during the trial, the electronic-money tap remains part of the operating system. In practice, foreign visitors who do not already have a compatible card can use the card made available inside the bus, while the recorded tap is used for passenger counts rather than payment.

Of the 11 buses assigned to the trial, 10 operate daily and one is held as a rotating reserve. The trial period is scheduled to continue until the end of December 2026.

Sources

• detikBali — route stops and trial details
• balipost.com