Facts about the transport from Bali to Gili Islands
Cheapest Transport
$20
Fastest Transport
2h 15m
Earliest Departure
6:30 AM
Latest Departure
1:30 PM
Departures per day
16
Distance
113 kilometers
Transport Companies
Eka Jaya Fast Boat, Eka Jaya Fast Boat, Gili Getaway, Ostina Fast Boat, Wahana Virendra Fast Boat
Bali to Gili Islands Destination Reviews
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Axel S
Very tiny seats not for male European shoulders. My ferry service made stops at gili T & Gili Meno before arriving at Gili A. So we where an hour late in the end. There are direct connections.
Very friendly crew, but the AC is hardly working and they don't respect the schedule (we were 30+ minutes late when leaving). The price is a little bit lower than average.
Ferry Speedboat, Ostina Fast Boat, Apr 15, 2024
K
Karan
The ferry didn't leave on time, smelled of gasoline, acs didn't work so it is was super congested
Ferry Speedboat, Ostina Fast Boat, Mar 27, 2024
N
Natalie
Honestly a lot better than I expected, was just very hot and chaotic which is more on their end than anything.
Ferry Speedboat, Wijaya Perkasa (Wijaya Perkasa), Mar 7, 2024
PA
Paula A
We have just a delay of 30 minutes but it was all great. Thanks
Ferry Speedboat, Wijaya Perkasa (Wijaya Perkasa), Jan 17, 2024
DS
Doreen S
We booked at very short notice at night and weren't sure whether the pick-up would work at 10 am. But everything was tip top. Our driver Wayan was also nice. Checking in at the port was quick and easy. We had breakfast there and then took the fast boat to the Gilis. Unfortunately it wasn't fast this time, it took almost 3 hours, but that was due to the swell. I thought it was really good that we were slower and didn't rush and jump over the waves like some people do, making you feel unsafe.
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Wir haben sehr kurzfristig noch nachts gebucht und waren nicht sicher, ob das abholen un 10 Uhr morgens klappt. Aber alles tip top. Unser Fahrer wayan war auch nice. Am Hafen hat das einchecken zügig geklappt. Haben dort gefrühstückt und dann ging’s mit dem fastboot auf die gilis. Fast war’s diesmal leider nicht, hat fast 3 h gedauert, was aber dem Wellengang geschuldet war. Ich fand es sehr gut, dass wir langsamer waren und nicht wie manche über die Wellen rasen und springen und man sich unsicher fühlt.
Ferry Joint trip via Padang Bai, Semaya One, Jan 17, 2024
PR
Piers R
Terrible organisation and long waits at the port on both ends
Crossing was quite pleasant but I'd advise wearing extra sun cream as you don't feel the heat with the sea breeze and AC on.
Ferry Speedboat, Ostina Fast Boat, Jan 3, 2024
J
Joseph
Only half the fans were working, and no ac
Ferry Speedboat, Wijaya Perkasa (Wijaya Perkasa), Dec 25, 2023
LF
Lucy F
Was picked up at 6am to arrive for 7:30 and didn’t get on a boat until almost 10am. Lots of waiting around and unnecessary to be collected so early. Driver was very friendly though as a positive.
Ferry Speedboat, Ostina Fast Boat, Dec 22, 2023
F
Fernando
The boat is fine, but it feels a bit crowded. You go almost at sea level...... I do not know in case of emergency how it would be......If I can, on the return trip I change company.
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El barco bien, pero da un poco sensación de agobio. Vas casi al nivel del mar……no sé en caso de emergencia como sería……Si puedo, en el viaje de vuelta cambio de compañía.
Ferry Speedboat, Wijaya Perkasa (Wijaya Perkasa), Dec 9, 2023
Travelling between Bali and Gili Islands is possible by Ferry, van and taxi. Ferry guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Ferry is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 43.55 if you go by Ferry; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a ferry+van which will set you back mere USD 23.36.
How long does it take to get from Bali to Gili Islands?
It can take you anywhere between 3 and 7 hours to travel between Bali and Gili Islands depending on the means of transport you choose.
Ferry is the fastest way to travel between Bali and Gili Islands. Ferry will bring you to your destination in 2h 15m. Ferry does a much slower job and take about 6h 15m to reach Gili Islands.
How much does it cost to get from Bali to Gili Islands?
Travelling between Bali and Gili Islands can be as cheap as USD 23.36 if you opt for a Wahana Virendra Fast Boat ferry+van and as expensive as USD 43.55 if you buy a Gili Getaway Ferry 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 Islands ?
12 from Bali to Gili Islands starting from 08:00 Serangan Eka Jaya until 13:30 Serangan Eka Jaya
4 by Ferry+Van from Bali to Gili Islands starting from 06:30 Ngurah Rai Airport until 10:30 Ngurah Rai Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bali to Gili Islands.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
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 Islands
Eka Jaya Fast Boat, Eka Jaya Fast Boat, Gili Getaway
What is the most popular transport to get from Bali to Gili Islands?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with taxi+Ferry remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route