Indonesia
Padangbai (Bali) → Gili Air
The quiet-island option from Bali’s east-coast harbour: fast boats leave Padang Bai each morning and call at Gili Trawangan or Gili Meno before landing on Gili Air, the most relaxed of the three Gilis.
Padangbai (Bali) to Gili Air ferry at a glance
The ferry from Padangbai (Bali) to Gili Air takes 2h 10m – 3h across the Lombok Strait, operated by Eka Jaya Fast Ferry and Semaya One Fast Ferry. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: eka Jaya: 1 daily departure (09:00); Semaya One: 2 daily departures (08:30 and 13:20).
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.
Sources: ekajayafastferry.com · semayaone.com · semayaone.com · semayaone.com · How we verify
Return crossing: Gili Air to Padangbai (Bali)
Eka Jaya Fast Ferry and Semaya One Fast Ferry also sail Gili Air to Padangbai (Bali), taking 2h 10m – 3h. Back to Padang Bai, Eka Jaya leaves Gili Air at 11:20 (arriving 13:00) and Semaya One at 10:30 and 15:30.
Padangbai (Bali) to Gili Air ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Up to 3 departures daily: Eka Jaya at 09:00; Semaya One at 08:30 and 13:20
Published departure times
- 08:30
- 09:00
- 13:20
Return: Back to Padang Bai, Eka Jaya leaves Gili Air at 11:20 (arriving 13:00) and Semaya One at 10:30 and 15:30.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Eka Jaya Fast Ferry timetable →Check prices & book on 12Go →Source: Eka Jaya schedule page and Semaya One schedule page. Verified 2026-09-29.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Padangbai (Bali) and Gili Air
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Eka Jaya Fast Ferry | 2h 10m | Ekajaya Matra, Eka Jaya 23, Eka Jaya 25 |
| Semaya One Fast Ferry | Around 2h – 3h | Semaya One Victory |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
36 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Gili Air has no motorised transport; horse carts (cidomo) and bicycles meet the boats
- Semaya One keeps a representative office at Gili Air harbour
Tips for the Padangbai (Bali) to Gili Air Crossing
- Eka Jaya’s timetable opens check-in one hour before each departure.
- Semaya One recommends arriving at the harbour at least 1 hour before departure.