North Sumatra to Medan

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North Sumatra to Medan Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	SmartRyde	Economy 3pax	Any time	+30m	$33.00
Taxi	SmartRyde	SUV 4pax	Any time	+30m	$38.00
Taxi	SmartRyde	Van 6pax	Any time	+30m	$107.00
Taxi	SmartRyde	Van 8pax	Any time	+30m	$110.00
Taxi	Kana Jaya Travel	Standard 4pax	Any time	+1h	$25.00
Taxi	Penjo Tours	Standard 4pax	Any time	+1h	$25.00
Bus	CV WIN Travel	Express	02:30	09:28	$11.36
Bus	CV WIN Travel	Express	02:30	09:07	$10.22
Bus	CV WIN Travel	Express	04:00	08:43	$9.66
Bus	CV WIN Travel	Express	04:00	08:32	$8.52
Bus	CV WIN Travel	Express	06:00	09:47	$7.95
Bus	CV WIN Travel	Express	06:00	09:37	$7.38
Bus	CV WIN Travel	Express	08:50	10:49	$5.68
Bus	CV WIN Travel	Express	08:50	10:29	$5.68

How to get from North Sumatra to Medan

Travelling between North Sumatra and Medan is possible by Train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 27.54 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 1.83.

How long does it take to get from North Sumatra to Medan?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 1 hours to travel between North Sumatra and Medan depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between North Sumatra and Medan. Train will bring you to your destination in 15m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 1h to reach Medan.

How much does it cost to get from North Sumatra to Medan?

Travelling between North Sumatra and Medan can be as cheap as USD 1.83 if you opt for a Indonesia Railways train and as expensive as USD 27.54 if you buy a Kana Jaya Travel taxi 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 North Sumatra and Medan ?

9 from North Sumatra to Medan starting from 03:09 Araskabu until 23:21 Araskabu
1 from North Sumatra to Medan starting from 00:00 Kualanamu Airport until 00:00 Kualanamu Airport

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

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

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between North Sumatra and Medan

Kana Jaya Travel

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from North Sumatra to Medan?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

99% took a train
1% Other

Transportation from North Sumatra to Medan

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North Sumatra to Medan