Fast Boats Between Bali & Lombok: The Complete Travel Guide
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- 1 Jun
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Everything you need to know before booking a fast boat between Bali and Lombok, including routes in both directions, departure ports, travel times, onboard experience, recommended operators, slow ferry alternatives, and the best way to choose the right crossing for your trip.
Fast boats offer one of the quickest and most scenic ways to explore Bali, Lombok, and the nearby Gili Islands.
Traveling from Bali to Lombok by fast boat is one of the most popular ways to reach the island. With daily departures from multiple ports across Bali, fast boats connect travelers directly to mainland Lombok and the Gili Islands.
Whether you're heading to Kuta Lombok, Senggigi, or planning to stay on Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, or Gili Meno, taking a fast boat is often the easiest and most scenic option.
Fast Boat Routes Between Bali & Lombok
Fast boats depart from several locations across Bali depending on where you’re staying.
Departure Ports in Bali
Returning from Lombok to Bali
Travelling back to Bali is just as straightforward, with daily fast boat services departing from Lombok mainland and the Gili Islands throughout the day. Most operators offer return routes to Padang Bai, Serangan, and selected services to Sanur, making it easy to continue your journey around Indonesia.
Departure Points from Lombok
Arrival Ports in Bali
Most return journeys take between 1.5 and 3 hours, depending on sea conditions, the operator, and the number of scheduled island stops. Most services arrive at Padang Bai, with select operators also arriving at Serangan or Sanur depending on the route.
Fast Boat vs Slow Ferry
While fast boats are the preferred option for most visitors, Bali and Lombok are also connected by a public vehicle ferry that operates throughout the day and night.
Public Slow Ferry
Things to know
The public ferry arrives at Lembar Harbour on Lombok's west coast, rather than Bangsal Harbour used by most tourist fast boats. While considerably slower, it remains a popular option for budget travelers and anyone bringing their own vehicle across the Lombok Strait.
Our Recommended Fast Boat Operators
Our Recommended Partners
If you're unsure which operator to choose, these are the two services we recommend most for travellers heading between Bali, Lombok, and the Gili Islands.
Wahana Virendra Fast Boat
Best Route to Choose
Important Tips Before You Book
Need Help Choosing the Right Fast Boat?
Not sure which route or operator makes the most sense? If you're deciding between ports, operators, or arrival destinations, we can help you choose the best option based on:
Where you're staying in Bali
Where you're heading in Lombok
Your travel dates
Current sea conditions
Other Ways to Travel Between Bali & Lombok
Still deciding how to travel? Here's a quick comparison of the main ways to get between Bali and Lombok.