Transport guide · How to get from Mataram to Lembar Ferry Port
Mataram to Lembar Ferry Port is 22 km and 30 minutes by car. Used primarily by travelers continuing to Bali via the public ferry (4-5 hours, 80,000 IDR foot passenger). Grab car costs 80,000-120,000 IDR; private driver 100,000-150,000 IDR. Most tourists use fast boats from Bangsal/Senggigi instead — Lembar is for vehicle transport or extreme budget travel.
| Method | Time | Cost | Comfort | Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grab car | 30 minutes | 80,000-120,000 IDR | Reliable | Solo travelers, budget travel | |
| Private driver | 30 minutes | 100,000-150,000 IDR | On demand | Vehicle transport users, families |
30 minutes · 80,000-120,000 IDR
Tip: Pre-book if your ferry departure is time-sensitive.
30 minutes · 100,000-150,000 IDR
Tip: Recommended for travelers with heavy luggage or vehicle transport schedules.
Use Grab for budget travelers heading to the public Bali ferry. The 30-minute drive is straightforward and Grab is reliable. Pre-book a private driver if your ferry departure timing is critical or you're transporting a vehicle.
# Mataram to Lembar: The Bali Ferry Connection
For Lombok travelers continuing to Bali via the public ferry (slow but cheap), the route from Mataram to Lembar Ferry Port is the standard approach. The 30-minute drive south takes you to Lembar — Lombok's main ferry terminal for the public Bali crossing.
Most tourists going from Lombok to Bali use fast boats from Bangsal or Senggigi (1.5-2 hours, 350-500k IDR). The Lembar route is the alternative for:
1. Vehicle transport: Cars, motorbikes between islands
2. Budget travelers: 80,000 IDR ferry vs 400,000 IDR fast boat
3. Heavy luggage: Ferries handle large bags better than fast boats
4. Pelni/cargo connections: Some Pelni inter-island services depart Lembar
For typical tourists, fast boats from Bangsal or Senggigi are dramatically more efficient. The Lembar route is for specific use cases.
Mataram to Lembar is a simple 30-minute drive south via the coast road. Fully paved, light traffic outside Mataram core, no difficult navigation. Grab handles the route reliably at 80-120k IDR.
The destination is Lembar village, with the ferry port just south of the village center. Most drivers know the route well — it's a standard local destination.
Once at Lembar, the ferry process:
1. Walk to PT ASDP ticket office (the only legitimate ticket source)
2. Buy your ferry ticket (70-110k IDR foot passenger; vehicles extra)
3. Wait in the terminal area until boarding announcement
4. Board the public ferry for the 4-5 hour Bali crossing
5. Disembark at Padang Bai (Bali east coast)
The ferry itself is a basic Indonesian inter-island vessel — multiple decks, basic seating, snack kiosks, bathrooms. Functional but not comfortable for long durations.
The most common legitimate use of the Lembar route is vehicle transport between Lombok and Bali. Travelers with rented motorbikes (with rental contract permission), cars, or owned vehicles use Lembar to cross with their wheels.
Vehicle ferry costs:
Important: most rental motorbike contracts in Lombok or Bali don't permit inter-island use. Verify with your rental agency before attempting.
Bangsal fast boat to Padang Bai (typical tourist route):
Lembar ferry to Padang Bai (budget alternative):
The 270,000 IDR savings via Lembar costs you 1.5-2 extra hours. Worth it only for hardcore budget travelers or vehicle transport.
For typical 7-14 day Lombok trips, this route is rarely the right choice. Use Bangsal or Teluk Nare for fast boat connections instead.