Jakarta to Medan

Jakarta to Medan

Jakarta
Medan
Thu, Jun 6
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$49
 
 
$51

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Jakarta to Medan Schedule

Jakarta to Medan Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Lion Air Economy #JT20805:30 - 07:50IDR 2,371,562
Garuda Indonesia Economy #GA18207:05 - 09:30IDR 1,979,892
Lion Air Economy #JT20408:30 - 10:45IDR 4,418,064
Citilink Economy #QG91610:55 - 13:15IDR 2,155,732
Indonesia AirAsia Economy #QZ19212:55 - 15:10IDR 1,214,313
Citilink Economy #QG97815:35 - 17:55IDR 1,806,463
Garuda Indonesia Economy #GA182417:00 - 19:25IDR 2,630,627
Lion Air Economy #JT30818:30 - 20:50IDR 3,042,671

Transportation from Jakarta to Medan

Facts about the transport from Jakarta to Medan

Cheapest Transport$49
Fastest Transport2h 15m
Earliest Departure4:00 AM
Latest Departure7:50 PM
Departures per day7
Distance2100 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBatik Air Indonesia, Citilink, Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air, Putra Pelangi

How to get from Jakarta to Medan

When you want to get from Jakarta to Medan, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 50.90. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 48.68.

How far is Jakarta from Medan?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Jakarta to Medan. Your trip will be a total of 1306 miles (2100 km). The flying distance is 1189 miles (1913 km).

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

The travel time from Jakarta to Medan can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 42 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Jakarta to Medan varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Putra Pelangi: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 48.68 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 50.90.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Jakarta to Medan:

  • Bus tickets - USD 48.68 to USD 50.90;
  • Plane tickets - USD 102.26 to USD 264.19;

How many trips per day are there between Jakarta and Medan?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 12:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 12:45. There are 7 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Jakarta to Medan. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 102.26.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Jakarta to Medan

Batik Air Indonesia, Citilink, Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air, Super Air Jet

Buses

Taking a bus from Jakarta to Medan is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Jakarta to Medan

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Jakarta to Medan? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.