Bali to Lombok — the next island east, home to Mount Rinjani, pink sand beaches, and a quieter vibe than Bali — takes approximately 2 hours by fast boat or 25 minutes by plane. The fast boat is the most popular option, dropping you at Teluk Nare (near the Gilis) or Bangsal Harbour. This guide covers every option.
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Option 1: Fast Boat Bali to Lombok (Most Popular)
Gili Getaway, Eka Jaya, Scoot Fast Cruises, and several other operators run daily fast boats from Padang Bai or Serangan Harbour (Bali) to Teluk Nare or Bangsal (near Gili Islands, northwest Lombok) — approximately 1.5–2.5 hours depending on operator and route, fares from ~$25–45 USD. Most boats stop at the Gili Islands (Gili T, Gili Meno, Gili Air) en route. A single ticket can cover Bali → Gili T → Lombok or Bali → Lombok direct. Book ahead in high season (July–August, December–January).
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Option 2: Fly Bali to Lombok (Fastest)
Wings Air and Garuda Indonesia fly from Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Lombok International Airport (LOP) — approximately 25–30 minutes, fares from ~$30–60 USD. From Lombok Airport, taxi or Grab to Mataram (~30 minutes, ~100,000 IDR), Senggigi (~45 minutes), or Kuta Lombok (~1 hour). Best if you\’re heading to south Lombok (Kuta, Mawun, Selong Belanak) rather than the Gili Islands — the airport is on the south side of the island.
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Option 3: Public Ferry Padang Bai to Lembar (Cheapest)
The public ASDP ferry runs 24 hours between Padang Bai (east Bali) and Lembar port (west Lombok) — approximately 4–5 hours, fares from ~$3–5 USD. Very slow and basic but the cheapest crossing. Lembar is in southwest Lombok, far from the Gili Islands and Kuta. Only practical if you\’re moving vehicles or on an extreme budget.
ℹ️ Fast boat safety note: always check that your boat carries life jackets and has a licensed captain. Stick to reputable operators (Scoot, Gili Getaway, Eka Jaya) and avoid the cheapest unlicensed boats. Crossings can be rough in the wet season (November–March) — take seasickness tablets if needed.
Quick Comparison
| Option | Time | Cost from | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fast boat | ~1.5–2.5 hours | ~$25 USD | Gili Islands, north Lombok |
| Flight | ~25 minutes | ~$30 USD | South Lombok, Kuta area |
| Public ferry | ~4–5 hours | ~$3 USD | Budget, vehicles |
Where to Stay in Lombok
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