Facts about the transport from Medan to Padang
| Cheapest Transport | $28 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 40m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:00 AM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 1138 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Lion Air, Putra Pelangi |
Medan to Padang
Best Options
$28
$28
Other Options
Transportation from Medan to Padang
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Buses$ 27.07
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Flights$ 155.20
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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 Medan to Padang
Travelling between Medan and Padang 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 27.07 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 27.07.
How long does it take to get from Medan to Padang?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 23 hours to travel between Medan and Padang depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Medan and Padang. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 40m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 22h 45m to reach Padang.
How much does it cost to get from Medan to Padang?
Travelling between Medan and Padang can be as cheap as USD 27.07 if you opt for a Putra Pelangi bus and as expensive as USD 27.07 if you buy a Putra Pelangi 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 Medan and Padang ?
- 1 from Medan to Padang starting from 09:00 Kota Medan until 09:00 Kota Medan
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Medan to Padang.
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 Medan to Padang, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 155.20.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 Medan and Padang
Lion Air
Bus
Travelling from Medan to Padang 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 Medan and Padang
Putra Pelangi
What is the most popular transport to get from Medan to Padang?
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