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How to get from Bali to Lombok
The fastest way is a 40-minute flight from Denpasar to Lombok International. Fast boats from Padang Bai, Sanur or Serangan take about 1 h 30 – 2 h 30 to the Gili Islands and Lombok, while the public car ferry from Padang Bai to Lembar takes about 4–5 h but is cheapest.
Best option: Flight. The flight is short, frequent and unaffected by sea conditions; fast boats are better if you are heading to the Gilis or northwest Lombok.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| flight Flights from Denpasar (DPS) to Lombok International (LOP) by several Indonesian airlines | about 40 min in the air | several flights a day | about IDR 500,000–1,200,000 | Lombok airport is in the south, about 1 h – 1 h 30 from Senggigi. |
| ferry Fast boats from Padang Bai, Sanur or Serangan to the Gili Islands and Lombok (Bangsal, Teluk Kode or Senggigi), several operators | about 1 h 30 – 2 h 30 | several departures a day in season | about IDR 400,000–900,000 | Choose an established operator; crossings can be rough and are cancelled in bad weather. |
| ferry Public car ferry from Padang Bai (Bali) to Lembar (Lombok) | about 4 h – 5 h, sometimes more | around the clock, roughly every 1–2 hours | about IDR 50,000 per person, more with a vehicle | The only option if you bring a car or scooter. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Fast-boat prices often include hotel pick-up in south Bali; confirm in writing.
- For the Gili Islands, fast boats go direct; from Lombok airport you need a transfer to Bangsal or Teluk Kode.
- Avoid fast boats in rough weather, especially in the wet season (roughly November–March).
- Keep valuables in a waterproof bag on fast boats.
Common questions
What is the fastest way from Bali to Lombok?
Flying: the Denpasar to Lombok flight is about 40 minutes, with several departures a day. Including airport time, it takes about 3 to 4 hours door to door. Fast boats are competitive if you are going to the Gilis or northwest Lombok, as they drop you closer.
Is the fast boat from Bali to Lombok safe?
Most crossings are uneventful, but the Lombok Strait can be rough and there have been accidents. Choose an established operator with life jackets and a good recent record, and avoid crossing in bad weather. If seas are high, a flight is the safer choice.
What is the cheapest way from Bali to Lombok?
The public car ferry from Padang Bai to Lembar is the cheapest, at a fraction of the fast-boat fare. It takes about 4 to 5 hours, sometimes longer, and Lembar is far from the Gilis and Senggigi. Budget flights booked ahead can also be inexpensive.
Can I take a car or scooter from Bali to Lombok?
Only on the public car ferry from Padang Bai to Lembar. Fast boats carry passengers and luggage only. Check that your rental agreement allows the vehicle to leave Bali; most rental companies do not, so renting again in Lombok is usually simpler.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.