Medan to Riau

Medan to Riau

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Medan to Riau Schedule

Medan to Riau Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Citilink Economy #QG992007:00 - 08:25IDR 1,961,076
Putra Pelangi Executive 09:00 - 00:00IDR 304,500
Putra Pelangi Executive 10:00 - 01:00IDR 304,500
NPM Executive 12:00 - 02:30IDR 267,750
Citilink Economy #QG192614:10 - 15:40IDR 1,992,651
Putra Pelangi Executive 18:00 - 09:20IDR 304,500

Transportation from Medan to Riau

Facts about the transport from Medan to Riau

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure10:00 AM
Latest Departure6:30 PM
Departures per day2
Distance767 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCitilink, Putra Pelangi

How to get from Medan to Riau

When you want to get from Medan to Riau, 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 25.12. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 22.08.

How far is Medan from Riau?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Medan to Riau. Your trip will be a total of 477 miles (767 km). The flying distance is 794 miles (1276 km).

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

The travel time from Medan to Riau can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 16 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Medan to Riau 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 22.08 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 25.12.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 22.08 to USD 25.12;
  • Plane tickets - USD 119.71 to USD 119.71;

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 10:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:30. There are 2 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 Medan to Riau. 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 119.71.

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 Riau

Citilink

Buses

Taking a bus from Medan to Riau 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 Riau

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Medan to Riau? 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.