Facts about the transport from Padang to Medan
| Cheapest Transport | $23 |
| Fastest Transport | 6h 50m |
| Earliest Departure | 9:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 11:00 AM |
| Departures per day | 3 |
| Distance | 1275 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Citilink, NPM |
Padang to Medan
Best Options
$23
$33
Other Options
Transportation from Padang to Medan
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Buses$ 22.76
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Flights$ 99.27
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Padang
From Medan
Popular Routes in Indonesia
How to get from Padang to Medan
Travelling between Padang and Medan is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 32.97 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 22.76.
How long does it take to get from Padang to Medan?
It can take you anywhere between 7 and 26 hours to travel between Padang and Medan depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Padang and Medan. Flight will bring you to your destination in 6h 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 1h 30m to reach Medan.
How much does it cost to get from Padang to Medan?
Travelling between Padang and Medan can be as cheap as USD 22.76 if you opt for a NPM bus and as expensive as USD 32.97 if you buy a NPM Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Padang and Medan ?
- 3 from Padang to Medan starting from 09:00 Padang until 11:00 Padang
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Padang to Medan.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Padang to Medan overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Padang and Medan
NPM
What is the most popular transport to get from Padang to Medan?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus