Fast boat operator
BlueWater Express
4.8
BlueWater Express is a 100% foreign investment enterprise specializing in high speed boat transport. BlueWater pioneered the fast boat service from Bali to the Gili islands in 2006, and are consequently the longest running operator in this field. We put the emphasis on safety, professionalism and guest satisfaction in all our services.
- Life Jackets
- Air Conditioning
- Toilet
- Mineral Water
BlueWater Express at a glance
BlueWater Express runs 10 scheduled fast-boat departures a day connecting Bali, Nusa Penida, Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Lombok, between 08:00 and 12:15, with adult fares from Rp 400.000.
- Departures a day
- 10
- First / last boat
- 08:00 – 12:15
- Crossing time
- 1h–4h
- Fares from
- Rp 400.000
- Safety rating
- 4.8 / 5
- On board
- Life Jackets, Air Conditioning and Toilet
Destinations BlueWater Express serves
Routes BlueWater Express runs
BlueWater Express — frequently asked questions
- Where does BlueWater Express depart from?
- BlueWater Express runs fast boats from Serangan and Padang Bai. Each port links to its live schedule and prices on the crossing pages below.
- Which islands does BlueWater Express go to?
- BlueWater Express connects Bali, Nusa Penida, Gili Trawangan, Gili Air and Lombok.
- What time is the first and last BlueWater Express departure?
- The first BlueWater Express departure leaves Serangan at 08:00 and the last leaves Padang Bai at 12:15, every day of the week. Exact times for each crossing are in the timetable above.
- How long does a BlueWater Express crossing take?
- Bali to Nusa Penida: 1h; Bali to Gili Trawangan: 1h 30m–3h; Bali to Gili Air: 2h 5m–3h 35m; Bali to Lombok: 2h 30m–4h. Times vary with the stops on each departure and with sea conditions.
- How much are BlueWater Express tickets?
- Adult fares start from Rp 400.000, up to Rp 1.030.000 on the longer crossings, depending on your travel date. You see the live price for your date before you pay.
- Is BlueWater Express safe?
- BlueWater Express holds a 4.8-out-of-5 safety rating on GiliBaliBoat, and its boats carry life jackets, air conditioning, toilet and mineral water. Crossings are weather-dependent, and the sea is usually calmest in the morning.
- How do I book BlueWater Express tickets?
- Choose your route and date on this page, pick a departure, and pay online to get an instant e-ticket by email — no queuing at the harbour ticket desk.