West Sumatra to Medan

West Sumatra to Medan

West Sumatra
Medan
Tue, May 28
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$19
 
 
$26

Other Options

West Sumatra to Medan Schedule

West Sumatra to Medan Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
NPM Executive 07:40 - 09:30IDR 305,550
NPM Executive 08:20 - 10:00IDR 305,550
NPM Executive 11:05 - 12:30IDR 402,150

Transportation from West Sumatra to Medan

Facts about the transport from West Sumatra to Medan

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport-1d -1h -45m
Earliest Departure8:00 早上
Latest Departure4:05 下午
Departures per day3
Distance1200 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCitilink, Indonesia AirAsia, Lion Air, NPM

How to get from West Sumatra to Medan

When you want to get from West Sumatra 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 25.35. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 18.60.

How far is West Sumatra from Medan?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from West Sumatra to Medan. Your trip will be a total of 746 miles (1200 km). The flying distance is 4712 miles (7580 km).

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

The travel time from West Sumatra to Medan can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 9 to 24 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from West Sumatra to Medan varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is NPM: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 18.60 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 25.35.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 18.60 to USD 25.35;
  • Plane tickets - USD 90.75 to USD 209.29;

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 10:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 12:30. There are 3 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 West Sumatra 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 90.75.

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 West Sumatra to Medan

Citilink, Indonesia AirAsia, Lion Air

Buses

Taking a bus from West Sumatra 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 West Sumatra to Medan

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from West Sumatra 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:

  • 53% decided to go for a bus.
  • 47% users took a plane.