Nusa Lembongan Ferry: Harbours, Tickets, Prices & Tips

Nusa Lembongan Ferry Basics: Time, Harbours and Price Range

Fast boats leave mainland Bali from Sanur, the main harbour, and from Padang Bai. Crossing time is about 30 minutes in normal conditions. One traveller reported a rough-sea crossing of about an hour. Boats land at Jungut Batu or Mushroom Bay. At the harbour counter, one travel blogger advises paying no more than Rp250,000 one-way. Reported fares differ by booking route, season and whether a hotel transfer is bundled. Last verified 5 November 2026. Fares, schedules and operators change, so confirm every figure with the operator before you book.

Which Harbour Should You Use?

Pick the harbour by where you sleep on Bali. Sanur sits about a 20-minute drive from the airport, according to one travel blog. Boats there run frequently through the day. Padang Bai suits stays on the east coast, such as Sidemen, Amed and Karangasem. One traveller coming from Amed reported an early start and a long drive. No source here gives a Padang Bai crossing time, so check it with the operator. For Bali-side detail, read our guide on Bali to Nusa Lembongan. Official airport information is on the Ngurah Rai Airport site.

Ferry Tickets: Where to Book and What Prices to Expect

Reported fares conflict, and that spread is useful. Bundled transfers, booking channel, counter versus app, and season all move the price. Bargaining at the counter has a reported ceiling of Rp250,000 one-way. One traveller booked through the 12Go app and left from the newer Sanur terminal. That traveller noted that prices change with the ferry company. One listed operator offers a pickup add-on at $25 per car for up to four people from Uluwatu, Canggu, outer Ubud and the airport. Treat every figure as a starting point, not a quote.

Schedules, Check-In and Luggage Rules

One listed operator runs departures at 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 5:30pm from Sanur. That is one operator's list, not the whole island's timetable. Its terms are also its own, so read your operator's rules. Last check-in is 30 minutes before departure. Late arrivals who made their own way to the harbour can be counted as no-shows. Luggage is capped at 2 bags and 15 kg combined.

• Last check-in: 30 minutes before departure (one operator's terms).
• Baggage: 2 pieces, up to 15 kg in total.
• Cancellation: free up to 24 hours before departure.
• Rescheduling: request 48 hours ahead, or 1 week ahead for June to October departures.
• Health: infants under 3 and pregnancy are not recommended.

Rough Seas, Delays and Cancellations

Operators can change schedules for weather or safety, and the listed terms accept no liability for delays. Missed onward plans are the passenger's cost. One traveller's 30-minute crossing turned into about an hour in rough sea. Build slack into any day with a flight or a fixed booking. Never cut a same-day airport connection close. Check the best time to visit before choosing dates, since June to October is flagged as a busier period for rescheduling. Pack sea-sickness medicine, a hat and sunglasses.

• Contact the operator or booking channel straight away and ask for the next sailing.
• Ask about rebooking before you request a refund.
• Check the terms for your ticket, since delays may not be covered.
• Warn your Bali or Lembongan hotel so a transfer is not wasted.
• Keep your onward flight flexible and leave a generous gap before it.

Arriving on Nusa Lembongan: Jungut Batu or Mushroom Bay

Boats dock at Jungut Batu or Mushroom Bay. One traveller reported a beach landing with no dock and no gangway. You step off onto sand, so wear sandals and keep bags easy to lift. Ask your accommodation which landing to expect and whether it meets arrivals. One traveller had scooters handed over at the drop-off point by the hotel owner. Our guide to Getting Around Nusa Lembongan: Scooter, Bike, Walk covers scooters. Browse Nusa Lembongan Beaches: Best Picks & Swim Safety once you land.

Ferries from Nusa Penida and the Gili Islands

Boats to Lembongan leave from near the Yellow Bridge on Nusa Penida's side, according to one traveller. A shared boat is reported at about Rp50,000 per person and leaves once full. A private boat is reported at about Rp250,000 per boat. The Gili Islands route takes about 3 hours and is reported as rough. Direct ferries were the booking choice one blogger recommended. For official tourism planning, see Indonesia's tourism site.

Day Trip or Overnight? Planning the Return Boat

A day trip is possible, but last-boat risk is real. Our sources give a 5:30pm Sanur departure for one operator, and no return timetable. Confirm the return sailing before you commit. A one-way ticket gives flexibility if you may extend your stay. Rough weather can strand you, so overnight is safer. See Day Trips From Nusa Lembongan: Penida, Ceningan & Snorkelling and Nusa Lembongan Tours: Day Trips, Snorkeling and Costs for organised options. Not sure it's worth the trip? Read whether Nusa Lembongan is worth visiting.

Mistakes to Avoid

Most problems come from rushed planning, not the boat itself. Treat the list below as a pre-departure check, and pick your next steps in our Nusa Lembongan things to do guide.

• Arriving inside the 30-minute check-in window.
• Packing past 2 bags or 15 kg.
• Paying above the reported Rp250,000 counter ceiling without comparing.
• Assuming one operator's timetable covers every boat.
• Booking a tight same-day flight after the return crossing.
• Wearing shoes that suit a dock rather than a beach landing.