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Kintamani lies in Bali's central highlands on the rim of the Mount Batur caldera, far from the main transport hubs of Denpasar and Ubud. From Lombok you first cross the Lombok Strait, by boat or by plane, and then continue by road. Most travelers choose either a combined fast boat and van ticket or a flight to Bali followed by a private transfer.
Lombok to Kintamani by Fast Boat and Van
Booking platforms list a combined fast boat and van ticket from Lombok to Kintamani at about $54 to $68 per person (October 2026), with a listed total travel time of 3 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 20 minutes.[1] Fast boats cross to harbours on Bali's east and south coast, and Eka Jaya Fast Ferry, for example, lists Padang Bai in Bali together with Bangsal and Senggigi in Lombok as ports.[2] A combined ticket saves you from arranging the road leg to Kintamani yourself once you reach the harbour.
Lombok to Kintamani by Flight and Private Transfer
Flying is the quickest way across the strait. Booking platforms list flights from Lombok to Bali at about $37 to $88 (October 2026), with listed flight times of 25 to 50 minutes.[1] AirAsia's route page shows non-stop flights operated by Wings Air and TransNusa that take around 45 minutes.[3]
Bali's airport is in the south of the island, so you still need a car or taxi to Kintamani. Pre-book a private transfer, because the road trip into the mountains is long and can be slow in traffic. Perama's shared shuttle network lists Kintamani among its stops, with a pick-up point in front of Gunung Sari Restaurant, and also serves Kuta, Sanur and Ubud; check its routes and timings to see whether they fit your plans.[4]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration | Comfort |
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| Fast boat + van | About $54 to $68[1] | 3h 30min to 5h 20min | Moderate |
| Flight to Bali, then road transfer | About $37 to $88 for the flight[1] | 25 to 50 min flight, plus the road transfer | High |
Tips for Traveling from Lombok to Kintamani
- Book in advance: In the dry season boats and flights fill up, so reserve early.
- Pack for the cold: Kintamani is in the highlands and cooler than the coast, so bring a light jacket, especially for sunrise treks.
- Leave early: An early start gives you more daylight for the long road to the caldera.
- Luggage on boats: Keep electronics and valuables in a small waterproof daypack that stays with you.
Timetable
| Flight Lombok - Bali $ 36.61–87.93 25m – 50m | |
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| Ferry Lombok - Kintamani $ 53.53–67.65 3h 30m – 5h 20m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Lombok to Kintamani, including current prices and schedules.
Booking platforms list the combined fast boat and van ticket from about $54 and flights to Bali from about $37 (October 2026). A flight still needs a road transfer from the airport, so compare the total cost.
Flying is the quickest way across the strait, with listed flight times of 25 to 50 minutes. Add check-in time and the road transfer from the airport in south Bali to Kintamani.
The listed total for the fast boat and van ticket is 3 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 20 minutes. With a flight, the crossing is short, but the total depends on airport waiting time and the road transfer.
Fast boats run daily, but conditions in the Lombok Strait change with the weather. Follow the operator's and the port authority's advice, and take precautions if you are prone to seasickness.
Booking ahead is a good idea, especially for the road leg, because Kintamani is a mountain area and onward transport from the harbour or airport can be hard to arrange on the spot.
Dress in layers. Kintamani is at higher elevation and cooler than the coast, particularly in the early morning and evening.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Lombok to Kintamani. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [2] Eka Jaya Fast Ferry: Ekajaya Fast Ferry official website. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [3] AirAsia: Cheap Flights from Lombok to Bali. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [4] Perama Tour: Bali Lombok Daily Shuttle Bus. Retrieved October 15, 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.