How to travel from Nusa Dua to Gili Trawangan, Indonesia

The distance between Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan is around 115km (71 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry which takes around 2h 30m.

2 routes found

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

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Gili Trawangan.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 928,635($62)
Operated by

Gili Getaway

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Kuta Point by Ardenia and then to Padang Bai then take a ferry to Gili Trawangan.

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 66,142,650($4,415)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan

There are several options for getting from Nusa Dua to Gili Trawangan by ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around IDR 928,635 ($62) and will take around 2h 30m.

The distance between Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan is around 115km (71 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 102km (64 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Nusa Dua to Gili Trawangan is to take a ferry which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx IDR 928,635 ($62).

The cheapest way to travel between Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan is to take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 928,635 ($62) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan. We recommend that you take a ferry to Gili Trawangan. instead which will take 2h 30m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan. We recommend that you take a ferry to Gili Trawangan. instead which will take 2h 30m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan. The ferry typically takes around 2h 30m and departs once daily.

Gili Getaway run the ferry services between Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan. Ferries run once daily and take around 2h 30m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nusa Dua to Gili Trawangan. We recommend that you take a ferry to Gili Trawangan. instead which will take 2h 30m.

The closest major airport to Gili Trawangan is Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP) (LOP) which is approximately 53km (33 miles) from Gili Trawangan. 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 Nusa Dua to Gili Trawangan. We recommend that you take a ferry to Gili Trawangan. instead which will take 2h 30m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nusa Dua to Gili Trawangan is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around IDR 928,635 ($62).

How do I get from Nusa Dua to Gili Trawangan

Compare travel optionsbetween Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan

Transport options from Nusa Dua to Gili Trawangan
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry
2h 30m
IDR 928,635($62)
once daily115km (71 miles)
Bus and Ferry
4h 15m
IDR 66,142,650($4,415)
twice daily142km (88 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Nusa Dua and Gili Trawangan

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Airports near Gili Trawangan

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

LOP
Zainuddin Abdul Madjid International Airport (LOP)
International Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Gili Trawangan
DPS
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
International Airport
Distance
105km (65 miles) from Gili Trawangan
SWQ
Sultan Muhammad Kaharuddin III Airport (SWQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
152km (95 miles) from Gili Trawangan