Nusa Penida to the Gili Islands by fast boat
Fast boats run from Nusa Penida to Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Gili Meno. We list 14 departures with Wijaya Buyuk, Semaya One, Eka Jaya Fast Boat and 1 more operators, leaving between 08:30 and 14:00. Crossing times: Gili Trawangan (1h 55m–2h 55m), Gili Air (1h 55m–3h 25m) and Gili Meno (1h 50m–2h).
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Our pick
- FASTEST
- Wijaya Buyuk, 1h 50m · Nusa Penida → Gili Meno
- CHEAPEST
- Wijaya Buyuk, from A$31 · Nusa Penida → Gili Air
- EARLIEST / LATEST DEPARTURE
- 08:30 (Eka Jaya Fast Boat) / 14:00 (Semaya One)
Daily departures
- Wijaya Buyuk
- Semaya One
- Eka Jaya Fast Boat
- The Tanis Fast Cruise
Daily departures confirmed against each operator's own timetable and the booking page. Prices are the lowest fare for 1 adult when checked 21 Oct 2026 for sailings 22 to 28 Oct. Fares and times change, and this list may not include every boat on the route, so confirm on the booking page when you book. Check in at the time on your ticket.
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Nusa Penida → Gili Trawangan
| Departs | Operator | From (1 adult) | Arrives | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 | Eka Jaya Fast Boat | A$61 | 10:30 (2h) | Book |
| 10:20 | Wijaya Buyuk | A$31 | 12:15 (1h 55m) | Book |
| 10:30 | The Tanis Fast Cruise | A$32 | 12:30 (2h) | Book |
| 13:30 | Semaya One | A$35 | 16:25 (2h 55m) | Book |
| 13:30 | Wijaya Buyuk | A$31 | — | Book |
| 14:00 | Semaya One | A$35 | 16:30 (2h 30m) | Book |
Nusa Penida → Gili Air
We're a comparison site, not the operator — schedules, boat condition and on-the-day organization are the operator's responsibility, not ours.
Sea conditions right now
Rough seas are the main reason fast boats are delayed or cancelled. These estimates come from wave-height forecasts at each port. They're a guide, not a promise: the operator and the port authority decide on the day.
Based on published wave-height thresholds for fast boats and ferries in Indonesia. Not a guarantee. Always check with your operator before you travel.
Going straight from Nusa to the Gilis
You don't have to go back to Bali first. Fast boats run from Nusa Penida to the Gili Islands, so you can carry on from the cliffs to the beaches without a night on the mainland.
Check the times above before you plan your last day on Nusa Penida around one of them.
Why the crossing takes a while
Some boats call at more than one Gili on the way, and those stops add to the crossing.
Getting to the harbour
Nusa Penida is large and the roads are rough, so allow plenty of time to reach the harbour from your accommodation. Most people go by scooter or a hired driver.
The times on this page are guides taken from the booking site. Check-in is usually an hour before departure, but go by the time on your ticket.
Open the Trip Planner →Common questions
Can I go from Nusa Penida to the Gili Islands without going back to Bali?
Yes. We list 14 direct departures from Nusa Penida to the Gilis, with Wijaya Buyuk, Semaya One, Eka Jaya Fast Boat and 1 more operators.
How long is the fast boat from Nusa Penida to the Gili Islands?
Crossing times are Gili Trawangan (1h 55m–2h 55m), Gili Air (1h 55m–3h 25m) and Gili Meno (1h 50m–2h). Boats that call at other islands on the way take longer, so compare the Arrives column.
What time is the first boat from Nusa Penida to the Gilis?
The earliest departure is 08:30 and the latest is 14:00. Timetables change, so check with the operator before planning around one boat.
Can the boat from Nusa Penida to the Gili Islands be cancelled?
Yes. Rough seas are the main reason fast boats are delayed or cancelled, and it happens more often in the wetter months (roughly November to March). The sea-conditions estimate on this page is a guide, not a guarantee: the operator and the port authority make the actual call on the day. Leave a buffer before any onward flight rather than booking one for the same day.
Do I need to book in advance?
In peak season, popular morning departures can sell out a day or two ahead. Off-peak you can often book closer to the day. Booking ahead is the safer choice if you have a flight or a connection to make.
Related routes
How we compile this: We check seven days of departures on the booking page against each operator's own timetable. Only sailings that match on every one of those days are listed here.