Gili Trawangan to Kuta Lombok
Kuta Lombok sits on the island's south coast, a long way from the Gili Islands in the northwest, and no scheduled boat links the two. The practical route is a private transfer with Gili Speed Boat: a water taxi from Gili Trawangan across to Teluk Kodek Harbour in about 15 minutes, then a private car for the 2 to 2h15 drive south to Kuta Lombok. In total, allow around 2h15 to 2h30 from Gili Trawangan.
The same service runs from Gili Air and Gili Meno, in both directions, and you choose your own departure time when you book. Gili Speed Boat has been operating between Lombok and the Gili Islands since 2000 and runs until midnight, so you are not tied to a fixed timetable.
Gili Trawangan to Kuta Lombok Operator
Gili Speed Boat is a private water taxi company that has been running between Lombok and the Gili Islands since 2000. It is not a scheduled ferry. Instead, you pick the time that suits you, and the service runs until midnight, long after the traditional local boats stop around 17:00.
The Kuta Lombok transfer is its combined boat and car package: a water taxi between the Gili Islands and Teluk Kodek, followed by a private car to or from Kuta Lombok. It is very reliable, and the departure time you choose is the time you get.
Kuta Lombok to Gili Trawangan
Kuta Lombok to Gili Air
Gili Air to Kuta Lombok
Gili Trawangan to Kuta Lombok Travel Tips
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Plan : The boat crossing is only 10 to 15 minutes, but the drive between Teluk Kodek and Kuta Lombok takes 2 to 2h15. Build in a comfortable buffer if you have a flight, a surf lesson or a check-in time waiting at the other end.
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Book at least 24 hours ahead: The private transfer should be booked at least one day in advance. Once your booking is confirmed you receive an email with the driver's contact details and pick-up instructions.
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Watch for early and late surcharges: Gili Speed Boat charges an extra IDR 100,000 for departures before 07:00 and IDR 50,000 for departures after 18:00, paid in cash to the captain on the day.
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Pack within 25 kg per person: The speedboat has limited storage space, so surfboards and oversized bags are a squeeze. Travelling light makes the crossing easier, especially with a full boat of 8.
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Gili Meno works too: The same transfer is available from Gili Meno, so you can book to or from any of the three islands.
Frequently Asked Questions: Gili Trawangan to Kuta Lombok
How do I get from Gili Trawangan to Kuta Lombok?
Book the water taxi and private car combo with Gili Speed Boat. A water taxi takes you from the main harbour on Gili Trawangan to Teluk Kodek Harbour (around 15 minutes), and a private car then drives you to Kuta Lombok (around 2 to 2h15).
How long does it take to get from Gili Trawangan to Kuta Lombok?
The trip from Gili Trawangan to Kuta Lombok takes around 2h15 to 2h30 in total: roughly 15 minutes by water taxi and 2 to 2h15 by car. Traffic and sea conditions can add a little time.
Is there a direct fast boat from Gili Trawangan to Kuta Lombok?
No. Kuta Lombok is on the south coast and there is no scheduled boat service to it from the Gili Islands. The route is a short boat crossing to Teluk Kodek followed by a drive, and the private combo with Gili Speed Boat books both in one go.
How do I get from Kuta Lombok to Gili Air?
A private car collects you in Kuta Lombok and drives you to Teluk Kodek Harbour (around 2 to 2h15), then a water taxi crosses to Gili Air in about 10 minutes. The total is roughly 2h10 to 2h25..
How do I get from Gili Air to Kuta Lombok?
The water taxi leaves from the main harbour on Gili Air and reaches Teluk Kodek in around 10 minutes, then a private car drives you to Kuta Lombok in about 2 to 2h15. Allow roughly 2h10 to 2h25 in total.
How do I get from Kuta Lombok to Gili Trawangan?
Book the same combo in reverse: a private car from Kuta Lombok to Teluk Kodek Harbour, then a water taxi to Gili Trawangan in about 15 minutes. The journey takes around 2h15 to 2h30.