ACCESS TO LOMBOK ISLAND, INDONESIA - BY BOAT

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GETTING TO LOMBOK BY BOAT

The Island of Lombok; separated from Bali by the Lombok Strait. It is 70 mi (115 km) long and 50 mi (80 km) wide and occupies an area of 2,098 sq mi (5,435 sq km).

If you travel on a budget, public ferry is the alternative mode of transportation to reach Lombok. It departs from Padang Bai (East Bali) to Lembar (West Lombok). Ferry service departing every 2 hours, operating 24 hours.

PUBLIC FERRY - BALI TO LOMBOK

Large ferries carrying passengers, goods and vehicles operate daily between Padangbai (near Candi Dasa in Bali) and Lembar Harbour. These ferries are quite basic and slow, taking between 4-5 hours for the crossing. While they are cheap, it can cost quite a bit extra to get to Padangbai so its worth comparing all alternatives.

LOMBOK TO SUMBAWA

From Lombok to Sumbawa, daily departure from Labuan Kayangan (East Lombok) to Pototano (West Sumbawa). Travel time is approx 1,5 hour.

Travel Tips:

Many travelers experienced some hassles from local porters at the harbor...Do not let your luggage to be carried for any reason because at the end, they will ask unreasonable amount of money for their service. If you need the help make sure you negotiate the price in advance.

LEMBAR HARBOR

Situated on the west coast, Lembar is the arrival point for ferries from Bali. Lembar is situated 30 km south of the capital Mataram. From Senggigi (The Tourist Resorts area of Lombok) to Lembar, approx 1 hour drive by car. Arrange your own land transfer and buy ticket direct at the harbor, or use reputable tour operator to provide private transfer service (hassle-free).