How to travel from Gili Islands to Nusa Penida, Indonesia

The distance between Gili Islands and Nusa Penida is around 97km (60 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry which takes around 2h 15m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Gili Islands to Nusa Penida by ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Nusa PenidaGili Islands if you're planning a return trip.

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Bangsal and then to Nusa Penida.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 194,715($13)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

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Ferry via Padang Bai

Take a ferry to Padang Bai and then to Nusa Penida Sampalan.

  • Duration4h 5m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 778,855($52)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gili Islands and Nusa Penida

There are several options for getting from Gili Islands to Nusa Penida by ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 194,715 ($13) and will take around 2h 15m.

The distance between Gili Islands and Nusa Penida is around 97km (60 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 71km (44 miles)

It takes around 2h 15m to get from Gili Islands and Nusa Penida by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Gili Islands to Nusa Penida is to take a ferry which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 194,715 ($13).

The cheapest way to travel between Gili Islands and Nusa Penida is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 194,715 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Gili Islands and Nusa Penida. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangsal and then to Nusa Penida. instead which will take 2h 15m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gili Islands and Nusa Penida. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangsal and then to Nusa Penida. instead which will take 2h 15m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Gili Islands and Nusa Penida. The ferry typically takes around 2h 15m and departs once daily.

Gili public ferry, Eka Jaya Fastboat, Scoot Cruise and Gili Getaway run the ferry services between Gili Islands and Nusa Penida. Ferries run once daily and take around 2h 15m 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 Islands to Nusa Penida. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangsal and then to Nusa Penida. instead which will take 2h 15m.

The closest major airport to Nusa Penida is Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) (DPS) which is approximately 40km (25 miles) from Nusa Penida. Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) (LOP) and Blimbingsari Airport (BWX) (BWX) 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 Islands to Nusa Penida. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangsal and then to Nusa Penida. instead which will take 2h 15m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gili Islands to Nusa Penida is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 194,715 ($13).

How do I get from Gili Islands to Nusa Penida

Compare travel optionsbetween Gili Islands and Nusa Penida

Transport options from Gili Islands to Nusa Penida
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry
2h 15m
IDR 194,715($13)
once daily97km (60 miles)
Ferry via Padang Bai
4h 5m
IDR 778,855($52)
twice daily100km (62 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Gili Islands and Nusa Penida

Ferry operators

Airports near Nusa Penida

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

DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
40km (25 miles) from Nusa Penida
LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
81km (50 miles) from Nusa Penida
BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
140km (87 miles) from Nusa Penida