Facts about the transport from Riau to Palembang
| Cheapest Transport | $49 |
| Fastest Transport | 7h 10m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:15 AM |
| Latest Departure | 5:50 PM |
| Departures per day | 7 |
| Distance | 1083 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Citilink, Lorena |
Riau to Palembang
Best Options
$49
$102
Other Options
Transportation from Riau to Palembang
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Buses$ 48.58
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Flights$ 95.05
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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 Palembang
Popular Routes in Indonesia
How to get from Riau to Palembang
Travelling between Riau and Palembang 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 101.21 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 48.58.
How long does it take to get from Riau to Palembang?
It can take you anywhere between 8 and 22 hours to travel between Riau and Palembang depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Riau and Palembang. Flight will bring you to your destination in 7h 10m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 21h 39m to reach Palembang.
How much does it cost to get from Riau to Palembang?
Travelling between Riau and Palembang can be as cheap as USD 48.58 if you opt for a Lorena (Lorena Denpasar) bus and as expensive as USD 101.21 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 Palembang ?
- 5 from Riau to Palembang starting from 14:00 Kota Pekanbaru until 17:50 Kota Pekanbaru
- 2 by flight from Riau to Palembang starting from 08:15 Pekanbaru Airport until 12:30 Pekanbaru Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Riau to Palembang.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Riau to Palembang 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 Palembang
Lorena (Lorena Denpasar)
What is the most popular transport to get from Riau to Palembang?
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