How to travel from Gili Islands to Probolinggo, Indonesia

The distance between Gili Islands and Probolinggo is around 436km (271 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry, then take the bus, then fly and then take the train which takes around 6h 40m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Gili Islands to Probolinggo by ferry, bus, train and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Ferry, Plane and Train

Take a ferry to Sanur then fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Juanda International (SUB) then take the train to Probolinggo.

  • Duration8hrs
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,587,665($105)
Operated by

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1 similiar route

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Padang Bai then take the bus to Gilimanuk and then to Probolinggo.

  • Duration11h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 868,720($58)
Operated by

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Ferry, Bus and Train

Take a ferry to Sanur then take the bus to Gilimanuk then take a ferry to Ketapang then take the train to Probolinggo.

  • Duration11h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,123,345($75)
Operated by

Multiple operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gili Islands and Probolinggo

There are several options for getting from Gili Islands to Probolinggo by ferry, bus, train and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around IDR 868,720 ($58) and will take around 11h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry, then take the bus, then fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 6h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,108,370 ($74).

The distance between Gili Islands and Probolinggo is around 436km (271 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 306km (190 miles)

It takes around 11h 40m to get from Gili Islands and Probolinggo by ferry, bus and train.

The quickest way to get from Gili Islands to Probolinggo is to take a ferry, then take the bus, then fly and then take the train which takes around 6h 40m and will set you back approx IDR 1,108,370 ($74).

The cheapest way to travel between Gili Islands and Probolinggo is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 868,720 ($58) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Gili Islands and Probolinggo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangsal then take the bus to Kuta Lombok Airport then fly from Lombok (LOP) to Juanda International (SUB) then take the train to Probolinggo. instead which will take 6h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gili Islands and Probolinggo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangsal then take the bus to Kuta Lombok Airport then fly from Lombok (LOP) to Juanda International (SUB) then take the train to Probolinggo. instead which will take 6h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gili Islands to Probolinggo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangsal then take the bus to Kuta Lombok Airport then fly from Lombok (LOP) to Juanda International (SUB) then take the train to Probolinggo. instead which will take 6h 40m.

The closest major airport to Probolinggo is Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) (MLG) which is approximately 65km (41 miles) from Probolinggo. Juanda International Airport (SUB) (SUB) 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 Probolinggo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Sanur then take the bus to Gilimanuk then take a ferry to Ketapang then take the train to Probolinggo. instead which will take 11h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gili Islands to Probolinggo is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 11h 40m and will usually cost around IDR 1,123,345 ($75).

How do I get from Gili Islands to Probolinggo

Compare travel optionsbetween Gili Islands and Probolinggo

Transport options from Gili Islands to Probolinggo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry, Plane and Train + 1 similar
8hrs
IDR 1,587,665($105)
once daily527km (327 miles)
Ferry, Bus, Plane and Train6h 40m
IDR 1,108,370($74)
once daily579km (360 miles)
Ferry and Bus
11h 20m
IDR 868,720($58)
once daily436km (271 miles)
Ferry, Bus and Train + 2 similar
11h 40m
IDR 1,123,345($75)
once daily451km (280 miles)
Ferry to Sanur, bus and train13hrs
IDR 1,153,305($77)
once daily490km (304 miles)
Ferry to Padang Bai, bus and train13h 30m
IDR 1,033,480($69)
once daily497km (309 miles)

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Airports near Probolinggo

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

MLG
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
65km (41 miles) from Probolinggo
SUB
Juanda International Airport (SUB)
International Airport
Distance
78km (48 miles) from Probolinggo
BWX
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
124km (77 miles) from Probolinggo