Medan to Banda Aceh

Medan to Banda Aceh

Medan
Banda Aceh
Sun, May 26
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$17
 
 
$45

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Medan to Banda Aceh Schedule

Medan to Banda Aceh Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Garuda Indonesia Economy 06:00 - 10:20IDR 5,545,312
Thai Lion Air Economy #JT21008:30 - 09:35IDR 648,282
Lion Air Economy #IW221210:40 - 12:00$ 109.47
Lion Air Economy #JT30612:30 - 13:40IDR 503,708
Citilink Economy #QG194614:30 - 15:25IDR 609,328
Wings Air Economy #IW121816:40 - 18:00IDR 1,404,310
Armada Indah Sumatera Executive 19:30 - 07:30IDR 262,500
PMTOH Executive 20:00 - 08:30IDR 242,000

Transportation from Medan to Banda Aceh

Facts about the transport from Medan to Banda Aceh

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure1:20 PM
Latest Departure8:15 PM
Departures per day7
Distance600 kilometers
Transport CompaniesArmada Indah Sumatera, Citilink, Harapan Indah, Indonesia AirAsia, Pt Aceh Transport

Medan to Banda Aceh Destination Reviews

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How to get from Medan to Banda Aceh

When you want to get from Medan to Banda Aceh, 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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 44.03. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 16.41.

How far is Medan from Banda Aceh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Medan to Banda Aceh. Your trip will be a total of 373 miles (600 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

How long does it take to get from Medan to Banda Aceh?

The travel time from Medan to Banda Aceh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Medan to Banda Aceh?

The cost of the trip from Medan to Banda Aceh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Pt Aceh Transport: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 16.41 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 44.03.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 16.41 to USD 27.89;
  • Plane tickets - USD 37.13 to USD 44.03;

How many trips per day are there between Medan and Banda Aceh?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 18:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:15. There are 5 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Medan to Aceh depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Medan to Aceh. 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 37.13.

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 Medan to Aceh

Citilink, Indonesia AirAsia

Buses

Taking a bus from Medan to Aceh 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 Medan to Banda Aceh

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Medan to Banda Aceh? 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:

  • 97% decided to go for a bus.
  • 3% users took a plane.