Quick answer: Budget travelers need about $30–45/day, mid-range $75–130/day. Carry Indonesian rupiah for warungs and markets; cards work at hotels and bigger venues.
Bali is cheap and mostly cash-based outside hotels and upscale spots.
Daily budget
Budget: $30–45/day; mid-range: $75–130/day; luxury: $250+. A week (excluding flights) is roughly $250–910.
Cash vs card
Cards are fine at hotels, beach clubs and nicer restaurants; warungs, markets and scooter rentals are cash. Use ATMs attached to banks for safety.
How much cash to bring
Carry rupiah for daily needs; withdraw in larger amounts to limit ATM fees. Watch for card skimming — use bank-attached machines.
Tips
Keep small notes, agree scooter and taxi prices first, and use Grab/Gojek. See our cost of a trip to Bali guide.
How much money to bring to Bali
Budget roughly $30-50/day mid-range (more for villas and tours). For a 2-week trip, that’s about $450-750 per person excluding flights — Bali stretches a budget far with its cheap warungs and villas.
Cash vs card
Cards work in Seminyak, Ubud and tourist hubs, but carry cash (rupiah) for warungs, markets, drivers and rural areas. ATMs are everywhere — use ones attached to banks to avoid skimming, and watch the withdrawal limits/fees. Bring some USD or EUR to exchange at authorized money-changers (count it carefully).
Tipping
Not obligatory but appreciated — round up, or 5-10% at nicer restaurants; tip drivers and spa staff a little.
How Much Money To Bring Bali FAQ
How much cash should I bring to Bali?
Enough for a few days of warungs, drivers and markets; ATMs cover the rest.
Can you use cards in Bali?
Yes in tourist areas, but carry rupiah cash for local warungs, markets and rural spots.