Facts about the transport from Riau to Medan
| Cheapest Transport | $19 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 20m |
| Earliest Departure | 9:05 AM |
| Latest Departure | 7:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 767 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Citilink, Putra Pelangi |
Riau to Medan
Best Options
$118
$118
Other Options
Transportation from Riau to Medan
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Buses$ 18.39
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Flights$ 117.70
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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 Medan
Popular Routes in Indonesia
How to get from Riau to Medan
Travelling between Riau 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 117.70 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 117.70.
How long does it take to get from Riau to Medan?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 16 hours to travel between Riau and Medan depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Riau and Medan. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 15h 20m to reach Medan.
How much does it cost to get from Riau to Medan?
Travelling between Riau and Medan can be as cheap as USD 117.70 if you opt for a Citilink flight and as expensive as USD 117.70 if you buy a Citilink flight 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 Riau and Medan ?
- 2 from Riau to Medan starting from 09:05 Pekanbaru Airport until 16:20 Pekanbaru Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Riau to Medan.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Flights
Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Riau to Medan, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 117.70.Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.
If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.
In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.
Airlines flying between Riau and Medan
Citilink
Bus
Travelling from Riau 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 Riau and Medan
Putra Pelangi
What is the most popular transport to get from Riau 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