How to travel from Legian to Nusa Penida, Indonesia
The distance between Legian and Nusa Penida is around 56km (35 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive and then take a ferry which takes around 1hr.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Legian to Nusa Penida by car, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Nusa Penida → Legian if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Sanur then take a ferry to Nusa Penida.
- Duration1h 30m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical costIDR 389,425($26)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Sanur then take a ferry to Nusa Penida.
- Duration1hr
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical costIDR 119,825($8)
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Legian and Nusa Penida
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Legian to Nusa Penida by car, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 104,845 ($7) and will take around 2h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 1hr, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 119,825 ($8).
The distance between Legian and Nusa Penida is around 56km (35 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 40km (25 miles)
It takes around 1hr to get from Legian and Nusa Penida by car and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Legian to Nusa Penida is to drive and then take a ferry which takes around 1hr and will set you back approx IDR 119,825 ($8).
The cheapest way to travel between Legian and Nusa Penida is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 104,845 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Legian and Nusa Penida. We recommend that you drive to Sanur then take a ferry to Nusa Penida. instead which will take 1hr.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Legian and Nusa Penida. We recommend that you drive to Sanur then take a ferry to Nusa Penida. instead which will take 1hr.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Legian to Nusa Penida. We recommend that you drive to Sanur then take a ferry to Nusa Penida. instead which will take 1hr.
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 Legian to Nusa Penida. We recommend that you drive to Sanur then take a ferry to Nusa Penida. instead which will take 1hr.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Legian to Nusa Penida is to drive and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 1hr and will usually cost around IDR 119,825 ($8).
Compare travel optionsbetween Legian and Nusa Penida
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Ferry | 1h 30m | IDR 389,425($26) | every 20 mins | 58km (36 miles) |
Car and Ferry + 1 similar | 1hr | IDR 119,825($8) | every 20 mins | 56km (35 miles) |
| Drive to Padang Bai, Ferry | 2h 35m | IDR 104,845($7) | twice daily | 77km (48 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Legian and Nusa Penida
Ferry operators
Idola Express
Maruti Group Fast Boat
Tanis Lembongan Express
The Angkal Fastboat
Crown Fast Cruise
Bus companies
Perama Tour
Airports near Nusa Penida
The following major airports near Nusa Penida offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
- Distance
- 40km (25 miles) from Nusa Penida
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Nusa Penida
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
- Distance
- 140km (87 miles) from Nusa Penida