How to Get from Lombok to Denpasar
Compare flights, fast boats, ferries and buses from Lombok to Denpasar. See fares, schedules and travel times for your Bali trip.
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Leaving Lombok's rugged coastline and quiet surf breaks for Denpasar takes you from raw island life to Bali's cultural and commercial heart. The two islands sit side by side across the Lombok Strait, but you choose between a short flight and a crossing by sea. You can wake up for a sunrise trek in Lombok and be in a cafe in Denpasar by lunchtime.
Strong currents can make the strait a lively crossing. You can browse and book these connections on GoAsia.cc.
Lombok to Denpasar by Flight
Flying is the fastest option. Wings Air and TransNusa fly non-stop from Lombok International Airport (LOP) to Bali's I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport (DPS) in about 45 minutes. Fares start at IDR 688,051. On 2 November Wings Air departed at 07:15, 07:45, 08:20, 10:35 and 15:50, and TransNusa at 19:10.[1]
Lombok's airport lies in Central Lombok, about an hour's drive south east of Mataram, so allow time to get there.[2]
Lombok to Denpasar by Ferry and Fast Boat
The sea route is the classic backpacker trail. The public ferry crosses from Lembar to Padang Bai in Bali, a distance of 36 nautical miles that takes 4 hours 30 minutes on average. Tickets are sold online, not at the port, and you swap your booking for a boarding pass at the Lembar check-in counter. Check-in opens 5 hours before departure for passengers.[3] From Padang Bai you continue by road to Denpasar.
Fast boats are quicker. Ekajaya Fast Ferry sails from Senggigi to Padang Bai at 10:15, 10:45 and 14:00, and to Nusa Dua at 09:45, 13:30 and 15:30. Check-in is one hour before departure.[4]
Booking platforms sell fast boat and ferry tickets that include a transfer in Bali. They cost about $21 to $48 (November 2026) and take from about 3 hours up to 5 hours 15 minutes. A speedboat to Sanur leaves in the afternoon, and tickets to Sanur cost about $29 to $46. A standard ferry ticket that ends at the Bali airport costs about $29 and takes 3 hours 50 minutes.[5]
Lombok to Denpasar by Van and Bus
Van and boat combinations pick you up at your accommodation in Lombok and drop you off in Bali. On booking platforms they cost about $21 to $54 (November 2026) and take from about 2 hours up to 4 hours 25 minutes. An executive bus that includes the crossing costs about $17 and takes from about 10 hours, the cheapest way to make the trip.[5]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price | Duration | Comfort |
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| Flight | from IDR 688,051[1] | About 45min | High |
| Ferry / fast boat | $21 - $48[5] | 3h - 5h 15min | Medium |
| Van + boat | $21 - $54[5] | 2h - 4h 25min | Medium |
| Executive bus | $17[5] | 10h | Standard |
Tips for Traveling from Lombok to Denpasar
- Watch the weather: The Lombok Strait can get rough, especially in the wet season. If you are prone to motion sickness, fly.
- Book a through ticket: A ticket with a van transfer saves you negotiating with drivers at the arrival port in Bali.
- Luggage: Space for big bags on fast boats is limited. If you carry surfboards or heavy gear, ask the operator first or take the larger ferry or a flight.
- Book ahead: Seats go quickly in peak holiday periods, so book a few days in advance.
Timetable
| Flight Lombok - Bali $ 33.15–56.01 25m – 50m | |
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| Bus Lombok - Bali $ 24.15–24.84 3h – 3h 30m | |
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| Ferry Lombok - Bali $ 20.70–48.30 2h 45m – 5h 15m | |
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| Van Lombok - Bali $ 20.81–54.37 1h 55m – 4h 25m | |
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| Bus Lombok - Denpasar $ 16.82 10h | |
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| Ferry Lombok - I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport $ 28.98 3h 50m | |
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| Ferry Lombok - Sanur $ 28.52–46.29 3h – 4h 30m | |
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| Van Lombok - Sanur $ 25.67 4h 10m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Lombok to Denpasar, including current prices and schedules.
The executive bus is the cheapest, at about $17 on booking platforms (November 2026). The ticket includes the ferry crossing, and the trip takes from about 10 hours.
Flying is the fastest. Wings Air and TransNusa take about 45 minutes, and even with check-in the flight beats any crossing by sea.
A flight takes about 45 minutes, a fast boat from about 3 hours, a standard ferry to the Bali airport about 3 hours 50 minutes and the executive bus from about 10 hours.
Yes. A speedboat to Sanur leaves in the afternoon. On booking platforms, tickets to Sanur cost about $29 to $46 (November 2026) and the trip takes from about 3 hours.
Yes. A standard ferry ticket that ends at the Bali airport costs about $29 on booking platforms (November 2026) and takes 3 hours 50 minutes.
It depends on your budget and sea legs. Flying is faster and avoids the swell, while a fast boat from Senggigi offers a more scenic crossing.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] AirAsia: Get cheap flights from Lombok to Bali!. Retrieved November 1, 2026.
- [2] Ministry of Tourism of Indonesia (Wonderful Indonesia): Planning a leisure in Lombok? Start here!. Retrieved October 23, 2026.
- [3] Satpel Lembar, BPTD Kelas II Nusa Tenggara Barat (Ministry of Transportation): Satpel Lembar - Jadwal & Informasi Pelabuhan Penyeberangan Lembar. Retrieved October 26, 2026.
- [4] Ekajaya Fast Ferry: Daily Schedules | Ekajaya Fast Ferry Departures & Routes. Retrieved October 28, 2026.
- [5] 12Go: Lombok - Denpasar timetable. Retrieved November 1, 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.