Getting There & Away in Amed

Good to Know

• Amed is extremely remote relative to Bali's airport (90km, 2.5-3.5 hours). No public transport exists; you must book a private transfer, hire a car/motorbike, or pre-arrange hotel transfer.
• If taking the ferry to Gili Islands, depart early and book one day ahead. Safety standards are very poor—boats are regularly overloaded and have been known to breakdown or sink. Avoid peak times if possible.
• Rideshare apps (Grab/Gojek) appear available but in practice have almost no drivers willing to accept long Amed pickups. Pre-book everything in advance.
• Within Amed, the town sprawls across multiple coastal bays. Without a motorbike or arranged transport, movement between neighborhoods is severely limited. Choose accommodation near restaurants and dive shops you plan to visit.
• The road from airport to Amed passes through congested Denpasar/Sanur first, then becomes scenic but winding. Expect delays during rush hours (7-10am, 4-7pm) and holidays.
• If returning to airport, book your transfer the day before. Local taxis won't accept last-minute long-distance bookings. Hotel concierge can usually arrange this reliably.
• Perama shuttle bus is cheapest but unreliable—it requires minimum passengers and may be cancelled. Pay the premium for private transfer if schedule is tight.