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Nusa Penida Day Trip from Bali: Fast Boat Price, Timing and How to Plan It

Kaushik RK

Co-founder, Trripah · 21 Oct 2026 · 5 min read

Nusa Penida Day Trip from Bali: Fast Boat Price, Timing and How to Plan It

How to do Nusa Penida in a day from Bali: fast boat prices from Sanur, the 30 to 50 minute crossing, and why most visitors hire a driver on the island.

Quick answer: Take a fast boat from Sanur (about 30 to 50 minutes), hire a driver or scooter on the island, and keep the day to a few sights. Nusa Penida's roads are rough and the sights are spread out, so do not try to see everything.

How much is the fast boat from Sanur to Nusa Penida?

One guide lists IDR 170,000 to 215,000 one way when booked online (roughly ₹920 to ₹1,160), and says fares rose in summer 2026. Others give IDR 150,000 to 250,000. Ticket marketplaces show about US$4 to 6 per trip. Over 90 boats depart daily from Sanur, so schedules are flexible. Crossing time is about 30 to 50 minutes, and one rider reported 50 minutes against a stated 30. Check current fares before you travel.

How do you get around the island?

Scooters cost around IDR 70,000 to 100,000 a day (₹380 to ₹540), and a private driver for the day about IDR 600,000 to 800,000 (₹3,200 to ₹4,300). Given the rough roads, a driver is the better option unless you ride confidently.

Day trip or overnight?

A day trip works if you start early. An overnight stay lets you avoid rushing. Plan for the sea: crossings can be cancelled in bad weather.

Where does it fit in a Bali trip?

As a day away from your base, usually from the south. See the Bali 7-day itinerary. Check the best months in the best time to visit Bali. Remember the Bali tourist levy applies to your Bali stay.