How to travel from Gili Air to Kuta, Indonesia
The distance between Gili Air and Kuta is around 114km (71 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry which takes around 2h 45m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Gili Air to Kuta by ferry, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kuta → Gili Air if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry
Take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Sanur.
- Duration2h 45m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 224,670($15)
Multiple ferry operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry, Bus and Plane
Take a ferry to Bangsal then take the bus to Kuta Lombok Airport then fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ngurah Rai (DPS).
- Duration3h 5m
- Flight time40min
- Typical costIDR 674,010($45)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gili Air and Kuta
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Gili Air to Kuta by ferry, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 224,670 ($15) and will take around 2h 45m.
The distance between Gili Air and Kuta is around 114km (71 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 108km (67 miles)
It takes around 2h 45m to get from Gili Air and Kuta by ferry.
The quickest way to get from Gili Air to Kuta is to take a ferry which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx IDR 224,670 ($15).
The cheapest way to travel between Gili Air and Kuta is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 224,670 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Gili Air and Kuta. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Sanur. instead which will take 2h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gili Air and Kuta. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Sanur. instead which will take 2h 45m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Gili Air and Kuta. The ferry typically takes around 2h 45m and departs once daily.
Gili Getaway, Idola Express, Tanis Lembongan Express, Maruti Group Fast Boat, The Angkal Fastboat, Crown Fast Cruise and Scoot Cruise run the ferry services between Gili Air and Kuta. Ferries run once daily and take around 2h 45m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gili Air to Kuta. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangsal then take the bus to Kuta Lombok Airport then fly from Lombok (LOP) to Ngurah Rai (DPS). instead which will take 3h 5m.
The closest major airport to Kuta is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 2km (1 miles) from Kuta. Blimbingsari Airport (BWX) (BWX) and Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) (LOP) 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 Gili Air to Kuta. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nusa Penida and then to Sanur. instead which will take 2h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gili Air to Kuta is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around IDR 224,670 ($15).
Compare travel optionsbetween Gili Air and Kuta
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry + 2 similar | 2h 45m | IDR 224,670($15) | once daily | 115km (72 miles) |
| Ferry to Sanur | 4h 45m | IDR 659,030($44) | once daily | 114km (71 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 4h 15m | IDR 778,855($52) | once daily | 124km (77 miles) |
Ferry, Bus and Plane | 3h 5m | IDR 674,010($45) | once daily | 187km (116 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Gili Air and Kuta
Ferry operators
Gili Getaway
Idola Express
Tanis Lembongan Express
Maruti Group Fast Boat
The Angkal Fastboat
Airlines
Wings Air
Citilink Indonesia
Airports near Kuta
The following major airports near Kuta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
- Distance
- 2km (1 miles) from Kuta
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
- Distance
- 103km (64 miles) from Kuta
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
- Distance
- 121km (75 miles) from Kuta