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Museum Simalungun
Museum preserving the history of traditional Batak medicine and pharmacy. Worth visiting for rare bottles, tools, and insight into local medical heritage.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lubuk Pakam to Pematangsiantar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lubuk Pakam to Pematangsiantar will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 7 buses from Lubuk Pakam to Pematangsiantar, including 7 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 70 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Lubuk Pakam to Pematangsiantar run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lubuk Pakam to Pematangsiantar.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Maharani Trans | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 05:26PM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator CV. SALOMO TRAVEL | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Maharani Trans | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:21AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Maharani Trans | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 12:26AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Maharani Trans | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:31AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Maharani Trans | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 12:36AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Maharani Trans | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 12:41AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Maharani Trans | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 12:46AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Maharani Trans | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:51AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
The table below shows live departures for Lubuk Pakam to Pematangsiantar buses for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 2:35 PM Lubuk Pakam | 2h51 | 5:26 PM Pematangsiantar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Lubuk Pakam | 2h50 | 6:50 PM Pematangsiantar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum preserving the history of traditional Batak medicine and pharmacy. Worth visiting for rare bottles, tools, and insight into local medical heritage.
University museum displaying zoological and natural history collections used for education. A useful stop for visitors interested in science and local biodiversity.
Local cultural display venue featuring Simalungun heritage objects and community exhibitions. A quieter option for learning about regional identity.
Popular urban park for walking, relaxing, and people-watching. Worth visiting for open space, local activity, and an easy central stop.
Well-known city park and meeting area with pathways and greenery. A practical place to rest and observe everyday life in Pematangsiantar.
Busy downtown district with commerce, transport access, and a strong local character. Worth exploring for atmosphere and orientation in the city center.
Spicy Batak pork stew simmered with blood, herbs, and andaliman pepper. A signature ceremonial dish of the Batak people around Siantar.
Grilled freshwater fish seasoned with Batak spices and andaliman, then served with sambal. A classic lake-region dish popular in North Sumatra.
Clear Batak chicken soup with lemongrass, torch ginger, and andaliman. It is prized for its aromatic broth and traditional family-style serving.
Long-standing local favorite for Siantar noodles, coffee, and light meals. Relaxed, practical spot popular with residents.
Historic casual eatery famous for Siantar-style noodle soup and Chinese Indonesian comfort food in a busy local setting.
Casual Batak restaurant serving grilled fish, pork dishes, and regional specialties in a straightforward family dining atmosphere.
Budget-friendly versus many Indonesian cities. Hotels, local meals, and short rides are usually low cost, though modern cafes and limited upscale spots cost more.
Tipping is not mandatory. Restaurants may add service. Round up small cafe bills, and tip taxi drivers or hotel staff modestly for helpful service.
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Most Lubuk Pakam to Pematangsiantar buses use the Lubuk Pakam, Beringin (Bandara Kuala Namu) to Pematangsiantar, Siantar Timur station pair. Use this guide to compare Lubuk Pakam and Pematangsiantar bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lubuk Pakam, Beringin (Bandara Kuala Namu) is 7 km from Lubuk Pakam city centre. Public transport options include:
Lubuk Pakam, Beringin (Bandara Kuala Namu) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants available
ATMs are several ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at Lubuk Pakam, Beringin (Bandara Kuala Namu).
Available at Lubuk Pakam, Beringin (Bandara Kuala Namu): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lubuk Pakam, Beringin (Bandara Kuala Namu): Basic ramps.
Pematangsiantar, Siantar Timur is 1 km from Pematangsiantar city centre. Public transport options include:
Pematangsiantar, Siantar Timur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi in waiting area. ATMs are several ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at Pematangsiantar, Siantar Timur.
Available at Pematangsiantar, Siantar Timur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pematangsiantar, Siantar Timur: Basic accessibility features.
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