Ferry from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air

Tickets, prices & schedules

Ferries from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air operate most months of the year and usually depart from 3 ports: Jungut Batu, Rocky Private Harbour and Yellow Bridge. High-speed vessels take about 2.5 hours to reach the island and ticket prices start at around €18.

Find up-to-date info, compare timetables, companies and prices, and book your ferry tickets on Ferryhopper without hidden fees.

Discounts

Most ferry companies allow children under 2 years old to travel for free on the route from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air.

Keep in mind that discounts may vary depending on the ferry company.

On-board services and amenities

You can travel from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air on high-speed ferries that have indoor, air-conditioned seating. Some ferries also have outdoor seating, which offers great views of the sea.

Keep in mind that services and facilities vary depending on the vessel and company.

Cabins and accommodation

As the trip is quite short, cabins are not available on ferries from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air. Unassigned seating is included in the ticket price.

Luggage

Passengers can usually bring 2 pieces of luggage on board for free, with a maximum combined weight of 25 kg, when traveling from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air.

Keep in mind that policies may vary slightly depending on the operator.

Traveling with pets

Ferries from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air do not allow pets on board. Dogs are usually not permitted on the Gili Islands either.

Useful tips for your ferry trip to Gili Air from Nusa Lembongan

Here are some useful tips for your Nusa Lembongan - Gili Air ferry trip:

Where to take the ferry from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air

Ferries for Gili Air depart from 3 ports in Nusa Lembongan: Jungut Batu, Rocky Private Harbour and Yellow Bridge.

Jungut Batu

Nusa Lembongan’s main port is located on the northwestern side of the island. As the island's central tourist hub, Jungut Batu offers many useful services and amenities, including hotels, restaurants, shops, luggage storage, taxis, and scooter rentals.

Yellow Bridge

Yellow Bridge is a more secluded arrival point, ideal for those staying in the southern part of the island or for those looking to explore both Lembongan and Nusa Ceningan, which are connected by a bridge.

Rocky Private Harbor

Rocky Private Harbor is located in the village of Telatak on the eastern coast of Nusa Lembongan. There are taxis and motorbike rentals near the port, as well as some hotels and restaurants. The jetty is about 3 km from Jungut Batu and 4 km from Mushroom Beach.

Where does the ferry arrive in Gili Air?

Ferries from Nusa Lembongan arrive at Gili Air’s main harbor, located on the island’s southeast coast.

Since motorized vehicles are not permitted on the island, visitors usually get around on foot, by bicycle or in a traditional horse-drawn cart known as a cidomo.

Gili Air is compact and small, with most accommodations, restaurants, and beaches within a 10-15 min walk from the port.

How long is the ferry ride from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air?

The ferry ride from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air usually takes between 2 hr 15 min and 2 hr 45 min, depending on the vessel and company.

Nusa Lembongan - Gili Air ferry companies

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FAQs

Ferries from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air don’t have car decks, so you won’t be able to travel with your vehicle.

Remember that the Gili Islands are vehicle-free, so most people get around on foot.

You can travel on high-speed vessels on the Nusa Lembongan - Gili Air ferry route. The fastest trip takes 2 hr 15 min.

The distance from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air is around 40 nautical miles (approximately 74 km). Note that this distance may vary slightly depending on which port you depart from.

When traveling from Nusa Lembongan to Gili Air, you can usually book your tickets online on Ferryhopper and pick them up in paper form from the company’s collection points at the port before the trip.

Find detailed answers to all your questions about ferry ticket changes, cancellations and refunds.

Remember that you can also use Ferryhopper's online booking modification service, available with certain ferry companies.