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There is no direct public transport from Ubud to Gili Trawangan. The usual trip is a road transfer from Ubud to a harbour on Bali's coast, followed by a fast boat across the Lombok Strait. Fast boats to Gili Trawangan leave from Padang Bai[1] and from Sanur.[2]
Most travelers book one combined ticket that covers the hotel pickup in Ubud, the road transfer and the boat, because separate land and sea transfers are easy to get wrong. You can compare combined options and book tickets for this route on GoAsia.cc.
Ubud to Gili Trawangan by Van and Fast Boat
The most common option is a combined van and fast boat ticket with pickup at your accommodation in Ubud. Booking platforms list shared tickets from about $19 per person, mostly between $19 and $47 (October 2026).[3] Listed total travel times run from roughly 3.5 to 5.5 hours, depending on the harbour, the number of pickups and the boat.[3] If you prefer privacy, private car and fast boat packages are listed from about $25 up to about $69 (October 2026).[3]
Operators also sell the boat on its own. Gili Gili Fast Boat, for example, sails direct from Padang Bai and quotes fares from IDR 790,000 per person, which does not include the transfer from Ubud.[1] At this operator, staff take your baggage to the boat for you at check-in.[1]
Ubud to Gili Trawangan by Minibus and Boat
Booking platforms also list minibus and fast boat tickets at about $22 to $24 per person, with total times of roughly 3.5 to 4 hours (October 2026).[3] This is a simple option for solo travelers and pairs who do not need a private car.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price per person (USD) | Duration |
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| Shared van + fast boat | about $19 - $47 | about 3.5 - 5.5 h[3] |
| Minibus + fast boat | about $22 - $24 | about 3.5 - 4 h[3] |
| Private car + fast boat | about $25 - $69 | about 3.5 - 5 h[3] |
Tips for Traveling from Ubud to Gili Trawangan
- Seasickness Prep: The Lombok Strait can be rough. If you are prone to motion sickness, take medication before boarding.
- Pack Light: You may have to carry your luggage across sand or lift it onto a small boat. A soft bag is easier to handle than a hard-shell suitcase.
- Book Early: In high season, popular departures fill up, and operators such as BlueWater Express ask guests to book their trip in advance.[4]
- Confirm the Port: Ask your operator which harbour your boat leaves from and when the Ubud pickup is, because the pickup time depends on the boat.
- Arrival at Gili T: Keep some small rupiah notes ready for the jetty, for example for a Cidomo (horse carriage) or a porter.
Timetable
| Bus Ubud - Gili Trawangan $ 21.89–24.19 3h 30m – 3h 45m | |
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| Ferry Ubud - Gili Trawangan $ 20.73–46.37 4h 15m – 6h | |
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| Van Ubud - Gili Trawangan $ 19.35–53.20 1h 15m – 5h 30m | |
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| Van Bali - Gili Trawangan $ 24.88–69.11 3h 25m – 5h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Ubud to Gili Trawangan, including current prices and schedules.
The cheapest listed option is a combined van and fast boat ticket, from about $19 per person on booking platforms (October 2026). These tickets usually include a shared pickup in Ubud.
A van with a fast boat is the quickest way, with listed total times from roughly 3.5 hours. The exact time depends on the harbour, the number of pickups and the boat.
Booking platforms list total travel times of roughly 3.5 to 6 hours, depending on the type of boat, the departure harbour in Bali and the number of pickups (October 2026).
Limits depend on the operator, so check the terms of your ticket. Space on the boats is limited, so avoid oversized items.
Fast boats are the normal way to reach the islands, but sea conditions in the Lombok Strait vary. Choose a reputable operator, wear a life jacket when asked and expect delays or cancellations in bad weather.
Yes. Booking platforms list private car and fast boat packages with pickup at your Ubud hotel or villa, from about $25 per person (October 2026).
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Gili Gili Fast Boat: Gili Gili Fast Boat: daily fast boat service to Gilis and Lombok. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [2] Scoot Fast Cruises: Scoot Fast Cruises. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [3] 12Go: 12Go Timetable: Ubud - Gili Trawangan. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [4] BlueWater Express: BlueWater Express: Premium service to Penida, Gili Islands and Lombok. 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.