Destination guide
Lombok
The large island east of Bali, across the Lombok Strait. Fast boats from Bali arrive at Bangsal and Senggigi on the west coast, and the public ferry at Lembar in the south-west.
- Arrival ports
- Bangsal, Senggigi and Lembar
- Airport
- Lombok International (LOP), near Praya
- Route guides
- Bali to Lombok, Lombok to Bali
Getting there
How to get to Lombok
By fast boat or public ferry from Bali, or by plane to Lombok International Airport in the south of the island.
- Fast boat from Padang Bai
- Fast boat from south Bali
- Public ferry from Padang Bai
- Departure port
- Arrival port
- Town or airport
Indicative routes, not for navigation. Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (SRTM, ETOPO1). Coast and places: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
| Route | Where you land | Boats a day | Crossing time | Fare per adult | Tickets |
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| Padang Bai to Bangsal | North-west coast, opposite the Gili Islands | 13 | 1 hr 30 min to 2 hrs 40 min | €17.70 to €52.96 | Search boats: Padang Bai to Bangsal (opens Ferryhopper in a new tab) |
| Padang Bai to Senggigi | West coast. Pier | 4 | 1 hr 15 min to 2 hrs 45 min | €25.00 | Search boats: Padang Bai to Senggigi (opens Ferryhopper in a new tab) |
| Sanur to Bangsal | North-west coast, opposite the Gili Islands | 4 | 2 hrs 30 min to 5 hrs 20 min | €25.50 to €33.87 | Search boats: Sanur to Bangsal (opens Ferryhopper in a new tab) |
| Serangan to Bangsal | North-west coast, opposite the Gili Islands | 2, not every day | 3 hrs 30 min to 3 hrs 45 min | €40.00 to €52.96 | Search boats: Serangan to Bangsal (opens Ferryhopper in a new tab) |
| Nusa Dua to Bangsal | North-west coast, opposite the Gili Islands | 2 | 4 hrs 5 min to 5 hrs 20 min | €42.50 | Search boats: Nusa Dua to Bangsal (opens Ferryhopper in a new tab) |
| Nusa Dua to Senggigi | West coast. Pier | 3 | 2 hrs 30 min to 3 hrs 5 min | €42.50 | Search boats: Nusa Dua to Senggigi (opens Ferryhopper in a new tab) |
| Padang Bai to Lembar (public ferry) | South-west coast | Around the clock | About 4 hrs 30 min | IDR 65,300 | Ferizy (opens in a new tab) |
Ferryhopper timetable for 5 November, 12 November and 3 December 2026, starting fare per departure. Times and fares change with the date and the operator. Public ferry: fare per adult foot passenger.
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Other connections
By plane
Lombok International Airport (LOP) lies near Praya in the south. The flight from Bali takes 44 min on average.
Back to Bali
Up to 13 fast boats a day from Bangsal to Padang Bai, and the public ferry from Lembar. Lombok to Bali
To the Gili Islands
Public boats from Bangsal to the three islands. They leave when full. Lombok to Gili Islands
Live from Ferryhopper
Boats to Lombok: times and prices
Choose your Bali port, Bangsal or Senggigi, and your date to see the fast boats Ferryhopper sells, with departure times and fares.
The island
Areas on Lombok
The boats from Bali arrive on the west coast, but the areas where travellers stay are spread over the island. Choose the port by where you are going.
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North-west: Bangsal
The harbour opposite the Gili Islands, where most fast boats from Bali arrive and the public boats to the Gilis leave.
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West coast: Senggigi and Mataram
Senggigi is the resort area on the west coast, with a pier for the fast boats. Mataram, the provincial capital, is 14 km away.
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South: Kuta and Mandalika
Kuta Lombok lies in Mandalika, a special economic zone for tourism with the Mandalika racing circuit. The airport is 24 km away.
Places to stay in Kuta Lombok (opens Booking.com in a new tab)
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North: Senaru and Rinjani
Senaru, on the northern slope of Mount Rinjani, is one of the starting points for the climb. Bangsal is 57 km away by road.
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Before you travel
Good to know about Lombok
Practical points for the island. Boat times, fares and check-in are in the route guides.
Not part of Bali
Lombok is in the province of West Nusa Tenggara. The Bali tourist levy of IDR 150,000 is a Bali levy; you pay it when you enter Bali.
Getting around
Taxis, private drivers and rented scooters are the usual options. Arrange transport from Bangsal or Lembar before you arrive.
Mount Rinjani
Since 3 November 2025, foreign visitors pay IDR 250,000 per person per day on the summit routes from Sembalun, Senaru and Torean. Book online through eRinjani.
Rinjani closing season
The trekking routes close every year in the wet season. In 2026 they closed on 1 January and reopened on 1 April; check the dates for your year.
Season
Roughly, the dry season runs from April to October and the wet season from November to March. The dry season of 2026 was driest in August.
Flights
Lombok International Airport (LOP) lies near Praya in the south. The flight to Bali takes 44 min on average.
Questions about Lombok
Which Lombok port should I arrive at?
Bangsal for the north-west, the Gili Islands and Senaru; Senggigi for the west coast and Mataram; Lembar, the public ferry port, for Kuta Lombok and the south. The road distances from each port are in the route guide.
How do I get from Lombok to the Gili Islands?
Public boats cross from Bangsal to Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. They leave when full; buy the ticket at the harbour. See Lombok to Gili Islands.
Do I pay the Bali tourist levy on Lombok?
No. The levy of IDR 150,000 is collected by the province of Bali, for visitors to Bali. Lombok belongs to West Nusa Tenggara.
When is Mount Rinjani closed?
Every year in the wet season. In 2026 the trekking routes were closed from 1 January and reopened on 1 April. The dates are announced by the national park each year.
Last checked: 2 November 2026. Fees, closing dates and transport change. Check them before you travel.