Quick answer: Several companies run fast boats from Lembongan to the Gili Islands, mostly leaving between about 9 am and early afternoon. Allow 2 to 4 hours depending on the operator and stops; some go via Padang Bai or change boats at Nusa Penida. Listed fares in November 2026 ran from about Rp200,000 to Rp800,000 one way.
Lembongan sits right on the route east. Instead of going back to Sanur and starting again, you can take a fast boat straight across the Lombok Strait to the Gili Islands, and on some boats to Lombok itself. It's the easiest way to join the two trips.
Who runs it
Several companies sail the route, and the line-up changes with the season. Names that appear on the Lembongan to Gili route in November 2026 include Scoot, Eka Jaya, D'Camel, Semaya One, The Tanis and Wijaya Buyuk. We don't sell tickets and nobody pays to be named here. Compare the times and the route, not just the price.
Times and how long it takes
Most boats leave Lembongan between about 9 am and early afternoon. The crossing takes about 2 hours on the most direct boats and 3 to 4 hours on services that stop on the way. Common stops are Padang Bai on Bali's east coast and Nusa Penida, where some companies move passengers onto another boat. If a connection isn't on your ticket, ask before you pay.
Most boats call at Gili Trawangan first, then Gili Air; Gili Meno is served by fewer. Some continue to Bangsal or Senggigi on Lombok.
Prices
Listed one-way fares in November 2026 ran from about Rp200,000 to Rp800,000, depending on the company, the season and the booking site. The cheapest seat is not always the best value: check whether the price includes hotel pickup on Lembongan, and whether there's a small harbour fee to pay on arrival in the Gilis.
Where you board
Boats leave from the beach, usually at Jungutbatu or Mushroom Bay, and you'll wade out with your bags, just as you did on arrival. Check in at least an hour before departure. Pack valuables and electronics in a dry bag. On the Gilis, boats tie up at a jetty or a floating pontoon, sometimes with a short transfer by smaller boat.
Picking a calmer crossing
The Lombok Strait is open sea and can be choppy, more so in the afternoon and when the trade winds are strong in the middle of the year. If you get seasick, take an early boat, choose a larger boat, sit at the back and keep your eyes on the horizon. Rough weather can delay or cancel crossings, so don't plan a tight connection to a flight the same day. Our Lembongan Today page shows the wind and swell before you book.
Questions
Can you go directly from Nusa Lembongan to the Gili Islands?
Yes. Several operators run fast boats from Lembongan to Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno, and some continue to Lombok. Some services stop at Padang Bai or Nusa Penida on the way, so check the route when you book.
How long is the boat from Lembongan to Gili Trawangan?
About 2 hours on the most direct boats, and up to 3 or 4 hours on services that stop at other ports or change boats. Sea conditions also change the time.
How much is the fast boat from Lembongan to the Gilis?
Fares listed in November 2026 ranged from about Rp200,000 to Rp800,000 one way, depending on the company, the season and where you book. Check what the ticket includes, such as hotel pickup on arrival.
Is the Lombok Strait crossing rough?
It can be. This is open sea between Bali and Lombok, and the afternoon is usually choppier than the morning. Bigger boats ride it better; if you get seasick, take an early departure and sit at the back.
Header photo: Imadedana, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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