The island of Nusa Lembongan lies a short way from the main island of Bali. But how do you get to Nusa Lembonhan from Bali? Here’s a short guide to how to travel from Bali to Nusa Lembongan island.
How to get from Bali to Nusa Lembongan?



In short, the only option to get from Bali to Nusa Lembongan is to take the boat. There are a few different companies operating boats on this route that you can choose from.
The boat ride takes 30 minutes each way. There are times when it may take longer or be delayed, normally due to adverse weather conditions.
On Bali, the boat leaves from Sanur and arrives to Jungubatu Beach in Lembongan.
If you need transport in Sanur or Lembognan, you can organise this with the boat provider for an extra fee.
How to get from Despensar Airport to Nusa Lembongan?
The boat leaves from Sanur to Nusa Lembongan. To get from Despensar airport to Sanur is easy. It takes around 25minutes in a taxi and should not cost more than 200,000 IDR (most likely less.)
How do you book a boat from Bali to Nusa Lembongan?
The website Book Away will give you access to all the different companies that operate this route.
The two that I would recommend are either Rocky Fast Cruise or D’Camel. Both companies have websites that are easy to use to book directly.
How much does the boat cost from Nusa Lembongan to Bali?
The standard rate for the boat is 325,000 IDR ($20). You will pay an extra 50,000 IDR for transport in Bali or on Lembongan.
Can you take luggage on the boat?
You can take luggage on the boat from Sanur to Nusa Lembongan. If you have a small bag, you can carry this on yourself. If you have larger luggage, the staff will carry this for you and load it onto the top of the boat. The boat and the luggage are under cover so you don’t need to worry about your things getting wet.
Can you take a day trip from Bali to Nusa Lembognan?
Yes, this is possible. The bus takes only 30 minutes each way. But you would need to allow time to check into the boat in Sanur early. Normally you must check in between 30 and 60 minutes before the boat leaves.
The first boat leaves Bali at 09:30 and the last one returns to Bali at 17:00.
If you’re planning to stay longer in Nusa Lembongan, check out our view on the top 10 things to do in Nusa Lembongan here.