Bali to Gili Air

Bali to Gili Air

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Bali to Gili Air Destination Reviews

BN
The trip was comfortable, AC worked well, and our driver Gede Tias was helpful and spoke good English. The fast ferry was great too.
Bali to Gili Air, Van Taxi + Ferry, Bali Magir Trans, Dec 3, 2025
SO
Everything was on time, and the guys were really helpful. But the transfer vehicles were uncomfortable. We got a really tiny car for 5 people, with no space for luggage. The bus for 10 people was even smaller than the car. The door didn’t work and stayed open during the whole transfer — it was really unsafe.
Bali to Gili Air, Ferry Van + Ferry, CV Indo Tour, Nov 23, 2025
B
I had a great experience sailing from Pandang Bai to Gili Air. Nice, comfortable and clean ferry. Felt safe. I missed a little more information about which ferry was bording when. That being said there was no problems.
Bali to Gili Air, Ferry Speedboat, Ekajaya Fast Ferry (Eka Jaya Fast Boat), Nov 20, 2025
GG
On time departure and comfortable upper deck. But the requirement to check in 1 hr before departure seems useless and overrated
Bali to Gili Air, Ferry Fast Boat, DPrabu Fast Boat, Nov 12, 2025
C
Perfect Orgainsiation - safe and good transport vehicals and boats. Just too much waiting time in between the shuttlee drop off and of boarding the ferry.
Bali to Gili Air, Van Private Car + Fast Boat, Bali Wonder, Nov 7, 2025
MM
Overall, I have mixed feelings. On the one hand, everything was fine, the driver arrived earlier than scheduled but let me know well in advance. The car was comfortable and spacious, and the driver had a great music selection. We left Uluwatu at 8:40 instead of 9, and arrived at the port around 11:10. Once there, the boat staff told us that the boat would leave at 1:30 p.m. and that we should come back at 1 p.m. According to the information on 12goasia, the departure was supposed to be at 9 a.m. and arrival at Gili Air at 2 p.m. I don't know how we are supposed to get to Gili Air at 2 p.m. if the boat leaves at 1:30 p.m. We had to find something to do for two hours in the port, where everyone tries to sell you something, push something on you, or mislead you for financial gain. We left at 1:30 p.m. and arrived at Gili Air at 4:15 p.m., which is 135 minutes later than the information provided by Bali Magir Trans when selling their services. If I had known that I would be waiting pointlessly for two hours at the port, which would make me arrive two hours later, I would have used someone else's services. The boat had air conditioning, the ride was pleasant, and the staff were also helpful.
Bali to Gili Air, Ferry Ferry, Bali Magir Trans, Nov 4, 2025
DK
The driver couldn't find your office and neither could we, the office was actually named something else which made it hard and confusing to find and a bit stressful
Bali to Gili Air, Ferry Speedboat, Buyuk Fast Cruise, Nov 2, 2025
SK
Driver arrived on time, easy transport and delivery to the ferry stop. We were driven to a stop and then got in another vehicle to take us to the ferry port. They then dropped us at the port and then we waited there to be taken to the ferry. My only complaint was this wasn’t very clear (but I like to know plans ahead of time). Once we were there it was all okay though.
Bali to Gili Air, Van Taxi + Ferry, Bali Magir Trans, Oct 24, 2025
TG
Very good and peaceful
Bali to Gili Air, Ferry Speedboat, BlueWater Express, Oct 16, 2025
IZ
Unfortunately it has not any open air top, no beer, no music
Bali to Gili Air, Ferry Speedboat, Gili Gili Fastboat, Oct 14, 2025
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Bali to Gili Air Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Gili Transport
MPV + Private Speedboat 4pax
Any time
+2h 10m
$50.93
Van
Bali Tour
Standard
05:45
11:30
$23.97
  3.0
Bus
Bali Triptop
Minibus + Speedboat
06:15
11:00
$20.97
Van
Bali Paradiso
Van + Speedboat
06:45
10:30
$56.92
Van
Bali Paradiso
Van + Speedboat
07:15
11:00
$56.92
Bus
Bali Triptop
Minibus + Speedboat
07:40
11:00
$23.97
Bus
Bali Triptop
Minibus + Speedboat
08:00
11:15
$22.47
Ferry
Bali Tour
Ferry
08:30
10:20
$15.58
  3.6
Ferry
Ekajaya Fast Ferry
Speedboat
09:00
11:45
$21.27
Van
CV Indo Tour
Minivan + Ferry
09:16
13:46
$26.10
Bus
Bali Triptop
Minibus + Speedboat
09:40
15:00
$20.97
Ferry
Bali Tour
Ferry
10:00
11:50
$14.98
  2.0
Bus
Bali Triptop
Minibus + Speedboat
10:30
15:00
$20.97
  4.5
Ferry
Ekajaya Fast Ferry
Speedboat
11:00
15:15
$21.27
Bus
Bali Triptop
Minibus + Speedboat
11:30
15:00
$22.47
Ferry
Wijaya Perkasa
Fast Boat
12:15
14:40
$9.89
  4.5
Ferry
Bali Tour
Ferry
13:00
14:50
$14.98
  2.0
Ferry
Bali Tour
Ferry
13:20
15:10
$15.58
  3.6

Transportation from Bali to Gili Air

Facts about the transport from Bali to Gili Air

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure3:00 PM
Departures per day141
Distance75 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBali Tour, Bali Triptop, Bali Wonder, BlueWater Express, Buyuk Fast Cruise, CV Indo Tour, Dcamel Fast Ferry, DPrabu Fast Boat, Ekajaya Fast Ferry, Ganggari Fast Boat, Gili Getaway, Gili Gili Fastboat, Golden Queen Fast Boat, Karunia Jaya, Karunia Jaya Luxury Cruise, Karunia Perkasa, Karunia Perkasa Transfers, Manta Express, Moderen Apollo Ekspress, Scoot Fast Cruises, Semaya One, The Tanis Fast Cruise, Wahana Virendra, Wijaya Buyuk, Wijaya Perkasa, Wijaya Tramena

How to get from Bali to Gili Air

Travelling between Bali and Gili Air is possible by Bus, ferry, van and taxi. Ferry guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi+ferry is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 74.90 if you go by Ferry+Van; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a ferry which will set you back mere USD 15.46.

How long does it take to get from Bali to Gili Air?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 7 hours to travel between Bali and Gili Air depending on the means of transport you choose.

Ferry is the fastest way to travel between Bali and Gili Air. Ferry will bring you to your destination in 1h 30m. Taxi+ferry does a much slower job and take about 7h to reach Gili Air.

How much does it cost to get from Bali to Gili Air?

Travelling between Bali and Gili Air can be as cheap as USD 15.46 if you opt for a Ganggari Fast Boat ferry and as expensive as USD 74.90 if you buy a Bali Triptop Ferry+Van ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Bali and Gili Air ?

  • 76 from Bali to Gili Air starting from 08:30 Padang Bai Pier until 14:15 Padang Bai Port
  • 63 by Ferry+Van from Bali to Gili Air starting from 07:00 Sidemen Transfer until 15:00 Candidasa Transfer
  • 2 by taxi+Van from Bali to Gili Air starting from 08:30 Padang Bai Transfer until 13:30 Padang Bai Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bali to Gili Air.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Bali to Gili Air overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Bali and Gili Air

Bali Triptop

Ferry

Ferry may be a tiring experience especially if you are prone to seasickness and often is not the cheapest option available but it almost always makes for a very picturesque journey.

Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.

Companies operating ferry routes between Bali and Gili Air

BlueWater Express, Buyuk Fast Cruise, CV Indo Tour, Dcamel Fast Ferry, DPrabu Fast Boat, Ekajaya Fast Ferry (Eka Jaya Fast Boat), Ganggari Fast Boat, Gili Gili Fastboat, Golden Queen Fast Boat, Karunia Jaya, Karunia Jaya Luxury Cruise, Karunia Perkasa, Manta Express, Moderen Apollo Ekspress, Semaya One, Wahana Virendra, Wijaya Buyuk, Wijaya Perkasa, Wijaya Tramena

What is the most popular transport to get from Bali to Gili Air?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Ferry remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 83% travelled aboard a ferry
  • 10% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 3% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 2% opted for a bus
  • 2% chosen taxi+Van