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How to Get from Kuta to Nusa Lembongan

How to Get from Kuta to Nusa Lembongan

Last updated: October 18, 2026
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Nusa Lembongan is reached by boat across the Badung Strait, so the trip from Kuta is a road transfer to the harbour followed by a fast boat. The established fast boat operators leave from the new Sanur Harbour terminal.[1] You can compare and book combined tickets for this route on GoAsia.cc.

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Kuta to Nusa Lembongan by fast boat

Scoot Fast Cruises has run the Sanur to Lembongan (Jungutbatu) crossing since 2004.[1] Rocky Fast Cruise has served Lembongan since 2010, sails from New Sanur Harbour to its own private harbour in Telatak Village and offers hotel pick-up and drop-off in Bali and on Lembongan.[2] Eka Jaya Fast Ferry also sails from Nusa Dua at 07:30 and arrives on Lembongan at 08:45, with check-in at 06:30.[3]

Combined van and boat tickets

Most visitors from Kuta book one ticket that includes the hotel pick-up and the boat. On booking platforms, these tickets cost about $12 to $27 (October 2026), depending on the operator and the boat.[4] The whole trip takes from about 2 hours, longer with traffic or sea conditions.[4]

Private boat charter

Rocky Fast Cruise also rents a private boat for up to 12 people at IDR 7,500,000 one way, with departures between 07:30 and 17:00.[2]

Tips for Traveling from Kuta to Nusa Lembongan

  • Book ahead: BlueWater Express, another Bali fast boat operator, urges passengers to book in advance.[5]
  • Know your arrival point: Scoot lands at Jungutbatu, while Rocky uses its own harbour in Telatak Village,[1] so check where your boat docks before you book a hotel pick-up on the island.
  • Protect valuables: Keep electronics and documents in a small waterproof bag that stays with you on board.

Timetable

Bali - Nusa Lembongan More info / Tickets
Ferry Bali - Nusa Lembongan $ 11.59–16.56 2h 10m – 3h 15m
  • →  Ferry 06:30, 07:30, 07:45, 09:45, 11:30, 11:45, 12:30, 14:30, 14:45
  • →  Speedboat + Van 06:30, 06:45, 08:00, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00
Van Bali - Nusa Lembongan $ 12.42–26.50 2h 5m – 3h
  • →  Van + Speedboat 05:00, 09:30, 11:30, 13:00
  • →  Taxi + Ferry 07:30, 12:30, 14:30
  • →  Van + Ferry 05:00, 05:45, 06:00, 06:15, 07:25, 08:00, 09:00, 09:30, 09:45, 11:00, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:45, 12:55, 13:00, 15:25
Kuta - Nusa Lembongan More info / Tickets
Ferry Kuta - Nusa Lembongan $ 11.59–25.23 1h 30m – 4h
  • →  Shuttle + Ferry 09:00, 11:00
  • →  Speedboat + Van 07:10, 07:25, 08:40, 10:40, 12:40, 14:40, 15:40
  • →  Van + Aluminium Fast Ferry 07:15, 11:30
  • →  Van + Fast Ferry 07:30, 11:00, 14:00
Van Kuta - Nusa Lembongan $ 12.14–26.50 53m – 3h 15m
  • →  Van + Ferry 06:30, 12:30, 14:30
  • →  Standard 08:00, 11:30, 15:30
  • →  Van + Speedboat 06:45, 08:00, 10:00, 11:45, 14:00

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Kuta to Nusa Lembongan?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Kuta to Nusa Lembongan, including current prices and schedules.

How do I get from Kuta to Nusa Lembongan?

Take a road transfer to Sanur Harbour and then a fast boat to Nusa Lembongan. Most visitors book a combined ticket that includes the hotel pick-up in Kuta and the boat.

How much does it cost to get from Kuta to Nusa Lembongan?

On booking platforms, combined van and boat tickets cost about $12 to $27 in October 2026, depending on the operator and boat type.

How long does it take to get from Kuta to Nusa Lembongan?

The whole trip takes from about 2 hours, longer with traffic or sea conditions.

Which harbour do boats to Nusa Lembongan leave from?

Most fast boats leave from the new Sanur Harbour terminal. Eka Jaya Fast Ferry also sails from Nusa Dua.

Do I need to book the boat in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, because operators such as BlueWater Express urge passengers to reserve in advance.

Can I charter a private boat?

Yes. Rocky Fast Cruise rents a private boat for up to 12 people for IDR 7,500,000 one way.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] Scoot Fast Cruises: Scoot Fast Cruises. Retrieved October 18, 2026.
  2. [2] Rocky Fast Cruise: Rocky Lembongan Fast Cruise. Retrieved October 18, 2026.
  3. [3] Eka Jaya Fast Ferry: Ekajaya Fast Ferry: Daily Schedules. Retrieved October 18, 2026.
  4. [4] 12Go: Kuta to Nusa Lembongan timetable. Retrieved October 18, 2026.
  5. [5] BlueWater Express: BlueWater Express: Premium service to Penida, Gili Islands and Lombok. Retrieved October 18, 2026.

Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.