Jakarta to West Sumatra

Jakarta to West Sumatra

Jakarta
West Sumatra
Sun, May 19
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$33
 
 
$50

Other Options

Jakarta to West Sumatra Schedule

Jakarta to West Sumatra Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Super Air Jet Economy #IU90805:30 - 07:15IDR 1,758,746
Pelita Air Economy #IP35006:20 - 08:05IDR 1,447,496
NPM Executive 08:30 - 20:30IDR 723,450
Citilink Economy #QG4610:50 - 12:40IDR 1,224,429
Citilink Economy #QG96212:00 - 13:50IDR 1,281,218
Lion Air Economy #JT35415:00 - 16:40IDR 1,474,927
Super Air Jet Economy #IU90416:00 - 17:40IDR 1,178,983
Citilink Economy #QG995418:30 - 20:20IDR 1,061,183

Transportation from Jakarta to West Sumatra

Facts about the transport from Jakarta to West Sumatra

Cheapest Transport$33
Fastest Transport1h 45m
Earliest Departure6:20 AM
Latest Departure5:50 PM
Departures per day34
Distance1700 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCitilink, Garuda Indonesia, NPM, Pelita Air, Sembodo, Transport Express Jaya

How to get from Jakarta to West Sumatra

When you want to get from Jakarta to West Sumatra, 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 49.18. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 32.80.

How far is Jakarta from West Sumatra?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Jakarta to West Sumatra. Your trip will be a total of 1057 miles (1700 km). The flying distance is 925 miles (1488 km).

How long does it take to get from Jakarta to West Sumatra?

The travel time from Jakarta to West Sumatra can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 34 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Jakarta to West Sumatra?

The cost of the trip from Jakarta to West Sumatra varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Transport Express Jaya: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 32.80 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 49.18.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 32.80 to USD 49.18;
  • Plane tickets - USD 77.23 to USD 136.40;

How many trips per day are there between Jakarta and West Sumatra?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 13:30. There are 34 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 West Sumatra. 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 77.23.

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 West Sumatra

Citilink, Garuda Indonesia, Pelita Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Jakarta to West Sumatra 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 West Sumatra

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Jakarta to West Sumatra? 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.