Jakarta to Medan

Jakarta to Medan

Jakarta
Medan
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Jakarta to Medan Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Sempati Star Pulogebang
Executive
12:30
19:00
$49.28
Bus
Putra Pelangi
Executive
12:45
18:45
$44.64
Bus
Putra Pelangi
Executive
12:45
06:45
$41.75
Ferry
Pelni
EK0
17:00
19:31
$29.95
Ferry
Pelni
EK3
17:00
19:31
$54.57
Ferry
Pelni
W
17:00
19:31
$29.38
Ferry
Pelni
EK1
17:00
19:31
$97.37
Ferry
Pelni
EK2
17:00
19:31
$79.71
Ferry
Pelni
D
17:00
19:31
$50.38

How to get from Jakarta to Medan

Travelling between Jakarta and Medan is possible by Flight, bus and ferry. Ferry guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 42.56 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 35.64.

How long does it take to get from Jakarta to Medan?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 40 hours to travel between Jakarta and Medan depending on the means of transport you choose.

Ferry is the fastest way to travel between Jakarta and Medan. Ferry will bring you to your destination in 2h 31m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 16h to reach Medan.

How much does it cost to get from Jakarta to Medan?

Travelling between Jakarta and Medan can be as cheap as USD 35.64 if you opt for a Antar Lintas Sumatra bus and as expensive as USD 42.56 if you buy a Antar Lintas Sumatra 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 Jakarta and Medan ?

  • 2 from Jakarta to Medan starting from 14:00 Tangerang until 17:00 Tangerang

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Jakarta to Medan.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Jakarta 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 Jakarta and Medan

Antar Lintas Sumatra

Ferry

Ferry may be a tiring experience especially if you are prone to seasickness and often is not the cheapest option available but it almost always makes for a very picturesque journey.

Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.

Companies operating ferry routes between Jakarta and Medan

Pelni

What is the most popular transport to get from Jakarta 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

  • 56% opted for a bus
  • 44% travelled aboard a ferry

Transportation from Jakarta to Medan

Facts about the transport from Jakarta to Medan

Cheapest Transport$33
Fastest Transport2h 31m
Earliest Departure4:25 午前
Latest Departure10:35 午後
Departures per day2
Distance126 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAntar Lintas Sumatra, Malaysia Airlines, Pelni