Are there direct fast boats from Amed, Bali to the Gili Islands, or do you need to travel via Padang Bai?
Based on 1 discussion with 6 participants · Last activity: 8 days ago
TL;DR
Direct fast boats usually run from Amed to Gili Trawangan and Gili Air, so travelling via Padang Bai is not always necessary. Services are weather- and season-dependent, so confirm the departure point and final island with the operator before booking.
What the community said
Check direct departures with FreeBird Express, which commonly operates Amed services to Gili Trawangan and Gili Air. Boats may leave from the beach around Jemeluk rather than from a conventional ferry terminal.
64 days ago FreeBird Express, Jemeluk
If the direct Amed boat is cancelled because of sea conditions, low season, or sold-out seats, travel overland to Padang Bai and take a fast boat there. The Amed–Padang Bai drive normally takes about 1.5–2 hours, making it a less convenient but useful backup plan.
70 days ago Padang Bai, 1.5–2 hours
When booking, specify the exact island: Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, or Gili Meno. Not every direct boat from Amed calls at Gili Meno, so you may need to transfer from Gili Trawangan or Gili Air by local boat.
71 days ago Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, Gili Meno