How to travel from Canggu to Gili Air, Indonesia

The distance between Canggu and Gili Air is around 117km (73 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry which takes around 2h 50m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Canggu to Gili Air by ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Gili AirCanggu if you're planning a return trip.

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Gili Air.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 973,565($65)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

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Ferry to Gili Air

Take a ferry to Gili Air.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 823,790($55)
Operated by

Scoot Cruise

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Padang Bai then take a ferry to Gili Air.

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 898,675($60)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Canggu and Gili Air

There are several options for getting from Canggu to Gili Air by ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 823,790 ($55) and will take around 4h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 973,565 ($65).

The distance between Canggu and Gili Air is around 117km (73 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 412km (256 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Canggu and Gili Air by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Canggu to Gili Air is to take a ferry which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx IDR 973,565 ($65).

The cheapest way to travel between Canggu and Gili Air is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 823,790 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Canggu and Gili Air. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Gili Air. instead which will take 2h 50m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Canggu and Gili Air. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Gili Air. instead which will take 2h 50m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Canggu and Gili Air. The ferry typically takes around 2h 50m and departs once daily.

Idola Express, Tanis Lembongan Express, Maruti Group Fast Boat, The Angkal Fastboat, Crown Fast Cruise, Gili Getaway and Scoot Cruise run the ferry services between Canggu and Gili Air. Ferries run once daily and take around 2h 50m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Canggu to Gili Air. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Gili Air. instead which will take 2h 50m.

The closest major airport to Gili Air is Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) (LOP) which is approximately 50km (31 miles) from Gili Air. Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) and Sultan Muhammad Kaharuddin III Airport (SWQ) (SWQ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Canggu to Gili Air. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Gili Air. instead which will take 2h 50m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Canggu to Gili Air is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around IDR 973,565 ($65).

How do I get from Canggu to Gili Air

Compare travel optionsbetween Canggu and Gili Air

Transport options from Canggu to Gili Air
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry
2h 50m
IDR 973,565($65)
once daily120km (75 miles)
Ferry to Gili Air
4h 20m
IDR 823,790($55)
once daily117km (73 miles)
Bus and Ferry
4h 50m
IDR 898,675($60)
once daily141km (88 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Canggu and Gili Air

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Airports near Gili Air

The following major airports near Gili Air offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.

LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
50km (31 miles) from Gili Air
DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
109km (68 miles) from Gili Air
SWQ
Sultan Muhammad Kaharuddin III Airport (SWQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
147km (92 miles) from Gili Air