Gili Air – Nusa Penida
Ferry to Indonesia
Gili Air – Nusa Penida
Ferry to Indonesia
Gili Air Nusa Penida ferry prices tend to range between £23* and £84*. The average price for ferries from Gili Air Nusa Penida is typically £34*. The cheapest Gili Air Nusa Penida ferry prices start from £23*. The average foot passenger price is £34*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over the last 30 days and is exclusive of service fees, last updated October 25.
You can easily find cheap ferry tickets with our Deal Finder. We recommend booking in advance to get the best possible prices and availability. You can also check out our Special Offers page for the latest deals on Gili Air ferries.
Yes, Direct Ferries offers a wide range of discounts all year around. When searching for ferries, senior discounts will be automatically applied if they are available. Just select your age range from the passenger options.
Students and graduates can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets. To take advantage of the discount, you need to register with our partner Student Beans and confirm your student or graduate status. You will then receive a discount code which can be entered during the payment process.
Resident discounts are available on a variety of Spanish and Italian ferry routes. Just click on the "Residents" option when this is displayed in our Deal Finder. The discount is automatically applied to the price. Bear in mind that proof of registration or an identity card with the correct address must be shown at check-in.
The first Gili Air Nusa Penida ferry typically departs from Gili Air at around 09:00. The last ferry usually departs at 14:35.
Due to the crossing time, ferries between Gili Air and Nusa Penida are currently not suitable for a day trip.
No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Gili Air and Nusa Penida.
Whether you can bring your campervan on the ferry from Gili Air to Nusa Penida depends on several factors like the ship & operator of your preferred crossing. For more information on travelling with campervans & caravans on ferries, use our Deal Finder or visit our blog, where you can find practical tips & travel inspiration for your next adventure.
Currently, you cannot take your bicycle on board any ferries from Gili Air to Nusa Penida.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Bluewater Express, Gili Gili Fast Boat, Bali Eka Jaya, Sugriwa Express, Starfish Fast Cruise, The Tanis Fast Cruise & Wanderlust Cruise ferries between Gili Air and Nusa Penida.
Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Gili Air to Nusa Penida.
Use our Deal Finder to find out whether your preferred ferry is an overnight ferry. Here you can also find the current ferry timetables and crossing times. Please note that the duration of the night ferries are usually slightly longer than that of the day ferries.
Travel requirements can vary depending on the route, so it's important to check what documents you'll need before sailing. In most cases, a valid passport is required when traveling from Gili Air to Nusa Penida, along with any necessary visas or national ID cards. Requirements may differ based on your nationality and the destination country’s regulations. To avoid delays at check-in, you can find helpful information for your journey in our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide and in our blog post on tips and tricks for international travel.
Book your ferry tickets online with Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Just enter your departure and arrival ports and the date you’d like to travel to see all available options and prices. You’ll also be able to view alternative routes and times, so you can find the best deal to suit you.
Look out for early booking discounts or special ticket options such as upgrades or flexi-tickets that allow you to change or cancel your booking. To make your sailing as smooth as possible, make sure you enter all the required information correctly, such as number of passengers and vehicle specifications.
Once you’ve finalised your booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email. It depends on the ferry operator you book with as to how your boarding pass is issued and collected.
Whilst some ferry operators issue the boarding pass as soon as your booking is confirmed, others may ask you to check in at the port. There’s also the option for online check-in, which can be easily done via the Direct Ferries app, if available.
The ticket desks are usually located near the ferry terminals. To avoid any delays at the port, we’d recommend allowing some extra time to collect your tickets and to check-in.
During check-in, you must show your email confirmation, as well as an official photo ID, such as a passport or identity card. You might also be asked to provide documentation for your pet (vaccines, pet insurance etc.) or proof of residence, if you have booked your ticket with a resident discount.
There could be various reasons why there are no departures from Gili Air to Nusa Penida for the date you’ve requested. For example, a temporary timetable change, limited availability or seasonal changes in the timetable.
We recommend checking for alternative dates. Our Deal Finder automatically compares the desired route with alternative routes and dates, offering up-to-date real time options, all in one place.
The best time to book ferries from Gili Air to Nusa Penida is usually as early as possible. By booking in advance, you’ll not only get your tickets at the best available prices, but you’ll also get a better choice of departure times and cabin/seating options.
We’d recommend making your booking at least a few weeks in advance to benefit from the best offers. Bear in mind that prices may vary depending on the season and availability.
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| Gili Air - Nusa Penida Ferry Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Gili Islands | |
| Destination | Indonesia | |
| No. of Operators | 7 | |
| Operators | Bluewater Express, Gili Gili Fast Boat, Bali Eka Jaya, Sugriwa Express, Starfish Fast Cruise, The Tanis Fast Cruise & Wanderlust Cruise | |
| Average Price | £34 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 4 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 27 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2 h 20 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1 h 45 m | |
| First Ferry | 09:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 14:35 | |
| Distance | 37 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 October 2025.
Just off the western coast of the Indonesian island of Lombok are a line of three almost perfectly spherical islands known as the Gili Islands. Gili Air is the island found closest to the mainland. It is an area of tranquil tropical beauty, featuring swathes of lush palm-tree woodland and golden beaches that hem the ultramarine shallows of the Bali Sea. Those visiting the west-facing beach are treated to a spectacular view of the Mount Rinjani volcano that soars from the centre of Lombok. Gili Air is a popular honeymoon retreat due to its laid-back atmosphere and collection of stunning secluded spots. The coral-reefs that bedeck the coast are also superb spots for diving and snorkelling. Some local instructors even teaching free-diving, a form of the sport where people learn to dive on one breath without the aid of any breathing apparatus. The port of Gili Air is found on the shore of a small bay to the south of the island. It consists of little more than a narrow jetty topped by a sheltered waiting area from which passengers can board the incoming fast ferries. A small café and shop selling food and drink can also be found by the port entrance. There is no motorised transport on Gili Air meaning that travelling` to the port can only be achieved on foot or by riding one of the horse carts known locally as Cidomos. However due to the island’s small size no point is further than an hour’s walk away from the harbour, with most of the villages and resorts connected by a labyrinth of picturesque lanes. A number of ferry routes operate from the port throughout the week. Scoot Fast Cruises offers a number of services to the Balinese village of Sanur to the west, the village of Senggigi on the mainland of Lombok and the islands of Nusa Lembongan and nearby Gili Trawangan. Other services include a Freebird Express line to Amed in Bali and two Bluewater Express lines that sail to Padang Bai and Sarangan; a destination also serviced by a Marina Srikandi line.
Starfish Fast Cruise, Marlin Fast Boat, Bali Eka Jaya, Sugriwa Express, Bluewater Express, The Tanis Fast Cruise, S'gening Fast Boat, Arjuna Fast Cruise provide Nusa Penida ferries connecting Indonesia with 9 destinations. Ferries from Nusa Penida sail approximately 31 times a day and up to 219 times a week.
Nusa Penida ferries sail to Bangsal, Gili Trawangan, Serangan, Gili Air, Sanur, Gili Meno, Padang Bai, Nusa Lembongan (Jungut Batu Beach), Senggigi.
Ferries sailing from Nusa Penida can range between 30m and 3h 30m. Ferry times can change from season to season.
The fastest ferry from Nusa Penida is on the Nusa Penida - Sanur ferry in 30m with The Tanis Fast Cruise.
Ferries from Nusa Penida - Sanur sail approximately 92 times per week with a crossing time of 46m. The average price of a Nusa Penida - Sanur ferry is about £31.45. The Nusa Penida - Gili Trawangan ferry runs 31 times per week with a duration of 1h 56m. The average price of a Nusa Penida - Gili Trawangan ferry is around £66.05.
Ferry price from Nusa Penida can range between £17.02 and £96.66 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.
No, currently there are no car ferries from Nusa Penida. Use our Deal Finder to find alternative routes.
Foot Passengers are allowed on ferries from Nusa Penida. You can travel as a foot passenger from Nusa Penida with Sugriwa Express, Bali Eka Jaya, Bluewater Express, Arjuna Fast Cruise, Marlin Fast Boat, Starfish Fast Cruise, S'gening Fast Boat, The Tanis Fast Cruise.
No, currently you can not take your pet with you on the ferry from Nusa Penida.
Cabins are currently unavailable on all ferries from Nusa Penida. Our Deal Finder may be useful in finding alternative ports with ferries that offer cabin accommodation.
