From Lombok to Sumbawa by public transportation
You have two main ways to make the crossing: direct bus (with ferry included) or DIY ferry from Kayangan to Poto Tano.
Bus Company: Titan Mas
Route: Mataram (Lombok) → Sumbawa Besar (Sumbawa)
Price: 230K IDR per person
Includes: Ferry ticket + one meal
Travel Time: ~10 hours total (bus + ferry)
Contact (Hotline):
📱 0877-8753-6000
📱 +62 852-0587-5604
Pros: No need to arrange separate tickets or transfers - the bus drives onto the ferry and continues after landing.
Cons: Less flexibility on departure times; may wait for bus schedules.
Get to Pelabuhan Kayangan Harbor (East Lombok).
From Mataram/Kuta: ~2–3 hours by car, motorbike, or taxi.
Buy a Ferry Ticket:
Price: ~75K IDR per person (motorbike under 500cc included).
Tickets available at the harbor or online via the Ferizy website.
Ferry Crossing:
Duration: 1–2 hours.
Frequency: Around every hour.
Important: Always check the weather forecast - sailings may be canceled in rough seas.
Arrival in Poto Tano, Sumbawa:
Continue to your destination by local bus, shared car, or motorbike.
Weather Check: Especially important during rainy season; ferries can be delayed or canceled.
Bring Snacks & Water: Options onboard can be limited.
Book in Advance (DIY route): The Ferizy website makes buying ferry tickets easier, especially in high season.
Motorbike Riders: Arrive early to secure a spot - ferries fill up with trucks and buses quickly.
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