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Ferry from Gili Air to Padang Bai

The Gili Air Padang Bai ferry is serviced by 7 ferry companies: Bluewater Express, Gili Gili Fast Boat, Bali Eka Jaya, Golden Queen Fast Boat, Semaya One Fast Cruise, Ganggari Fast Boat & Wijaya Perkasa. Gili Air Padang Bai ferries take around 2 hours 12 minutes. The ferry costs between £20 and £130, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Gili Air to Padang Bai.

Gili Air Padang Bai Ferry Times

The first Gili Air Padang Bai ferry typically departs from Gili Air at around 08:15. The last ferry usually departs at 16:00.

How long is the ferry from Gili Air to Padang Bai?

The Gili Air Padang Bai ferry trip can take around 2 hours 12 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 1 hour 45 minutes with Gili Gili Fast Boat. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Gili Air Padang Bai Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 83 weekly sailings from Gili Air to Padang Bai provided by Bluewater Express, Gili Gili Fast Boat, Bali Eka Jaya, Golden Queen Fast Boat, Semaya One Fast Cruise, Ganggari Fast Boat & Wijaya Perkasa. Timetables can change from season to season.

Bluewater Express provide 7 sailings weekly. Gili Gili Fast Boat provide 8 sailings weekly. Bali Eka Jaya provide 21 sailings weekly. Golden Queen Fast Boat provide 14 sailings weekly. Semaya One Fast Cruise provide 14 sailings weekly. Ganggari Fast Boat provide 9 sailings weekly. Wijaya Perkasa provide 21 sailings weekly.

Gili Air Padang Bai Ferry Prices

Gili Air Padang Bai ferry prices typically range between £20* and £130*. The average price is typically £53*. The cheapest Gili Air Padang Bai ferry prices start from £20*. The average price for a foot passenger is £53*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated January 25.

How far is it from Gili Air to Padang Bai?

The distance between Gili Air to Padang Bai is approximately 39.9 miles (64.2km) or 35 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Gili Air Padang Bai ferry?

No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Gili Air and Padang Bai.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Gili Air to Padang Bai?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Bluewater Express, Gili Gili Fast Boat, Bali Eka Jaya, Golden Queen Fast Boat, Semaya One Fast Cruise & Ganggari Fast Boat ferries between Gili Air and Padang Bai.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Gili Air to Padang Bai?

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Gili Air to Padang Bai.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Gili Islands to Bali page.
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Gili Air - Padang Bai Route summary
Departure Country Indonesia
Destination Country Indonesia
No. of Operators 7
Operators Bali Eka Jaya, Bluewater Express, Ganggari Fast Boat, Gili Gili Fast Boat, Golden Queen Fast Boat, Semaya One Fast Cruise & The Tanis Fast Cruise
Average Price £47*
Average Daily Sailings 9
Average Weekly Sailings 60
Average Sailing Duration 2h 12m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 45m
First Ferry 08:15
Last Ferry 16:00
Distance 34 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Gili Air to Padang Bai?

The ferry crossing time from Gili Air to Padang Bai is approximately 2h 01m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

How much is the ferry from Gili Air to Padang Bai?

Gili Air to Padang Bai ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Gili Air to Padang Bai is £67. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Gili Air to Padang Bai?

There are 8 popular ferry operators for Gili Air to Padang Bai. These are
  • Bluewater Express
  • Gili Gili Fast Boat
  • Bali Eka Jaya
  • Golden Queen Fast Boat
  • Semaya One Fast Cruise
  • Ganggari Fast Boat
  • The Tanis Fast Cruise
  • Wijaya Perkasa

How can I book ferry tickets from Gili Air to Padang Bai?

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How far is Padang Bai from Gili Air?

The distance between Gili Air to Padang Bai is approximately 34 nautical Miles.

Gili Air Guide

Gili Air Ferry Port

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.


Padang Bai Guide

What is there to do in Padang Bai?

Cheap alcohol, luxurious beaches and beautiful scenery make Padang Bai one of the most visited areas among backpackers and travellers. Myriad of hostels and cheap hotels are scattered around the region, creating a youthful, chilled energy that resonates throughout the entire town. The main pastimes reside at the beach; snorkelling and diving are very popular with both tourists and locals, whereas others just prefer to walk along the coastline. After basking in the sun or exploring the surrounding water, it is worthwhile heading to the Pura Silayukti Temple to witness the remarkable architecture that represents the history of Padang Bai. The village is quiet and compact, so walking around the centre is a pleasant way to while away a few hours among impressive infrastructure.

How do visitors get around Padang Bai?

The town is so small that it is possible to be covered almost entirely by foot, which is the desirable option considering the weather and scenery.

Gili Air to Padang Bai Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 13/01/2025 and 19/01/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Bali Eka Jaya 08:15 10:30 2 hours 15 minutes Everyday
Wijaya Perkasa 09:30 11:45 2 hours 15 minutes Everyday
Gili Gili Fast Boat 10:45 12:30 1 hour 45 minutes Everyday
Golden Queen Fast Boat 11:20 13:25 2 hours 5 minutes Everyday
Ganggari Fast Boat 12:00 14:00 2 hours Everyday
Bali Eka Jaya 12:00 15:30 3 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Wijaya Perkasa 12:15 14:00 1 hour 45 minutes Everyday
Semaya One Fast Cruise 12:30 15:00 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
Bluewater Express 12:35 14:40 2 hours 5 minutes Everyday
Golden Queen Fast Boat 13:00 15:05 2 hours 5 minutes Everyday
Wijaya Perkasa 14:45 16:45 2 hours Everyday
Bali Eka Jaya 15:30 17:30 2 hours Everyday
Semaya One Fast Cruise 16:00 18:30 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday
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