- Must visit
Museum Negeri Provinsi Sumatera Utara
State museum covering North Sumatra’s ethnic cultures, archaeology, and traditional arts. Useful for understanding the wider region beyond Medan.
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Popular buses to and from Medan
Popular buses to Medan
Banda Aceh to Medan bus
from $15
Direct buses available
15h14 average duration
8buses per day
Served by
- PT. Manggala Perkasa Utama
- PT. PMTOH
- PT. BINTANG PRIMA NUSA
- PT. BERKAH JAYA OPTIMA
- PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS)
- PT. Premium Clara Anindia
- KAP GROUP
- Metro Jaya Travel
- DEKA PUTRA
- PT. Batavia Trans Aceh
- Samudra Pusaka Jaya Travel Banda Aceh
- PT PUTRA PAIMAHAM TRANSPORT
Dumai to Medan bus
from $20
Direct buses available
14h03 average duration
7buses per day
Served by
- ARVI TRANSPORT
- CV. WIN TRAVEL
Popular buses from Medan
Medan to Singkil bus
from $12
Direct buses available
9h53 average duration
3buses per day
Served by
- CV. RIMO TRAVEL
- CV. SUMATRA TOUR AND TRAVEL
Medan to Parapat bus
from $13
Direct buses available
5h08 average duration
5buses per day
Served by
- Maharani Trans
Medan to Banda Aceh bus
from $15
Direct buses available
15h13 average duration
13buses per day
Served by
- PT. Manggala Perkasa Utama
- PT. PMTOH
- KAP GROUP
- PT. BINTANG PRIMA NUSA
- PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS)
- PT. BERKAH JAYA OPTIMA
- PT. Premium Clara Anindia
- PT. Batavia Trans Aceh
- DEKA PUTRA
- Metro Jaya Travel
- PT PUTRA PAIMAHAM TRANSPORT
Complete guide to Medan
Things to do in Medan
Discover the best of Medan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Medan trip today.
- Must visit
Tjong A Fie Mansion Museum
Private museum presenting Chinese Indonesian heritage, medicine, household items, and community history. A lesser-known cultural stop in Medan.
- Recommended
Museum Istana Maimun
Museum inside the former Deli palace complex displaying royal objects, photos, and period furnishings. A concise introduction to Medan’s past.
- Must visit
Lapangan Merdeka
Central civic square and park near major landmarks. Popular for walking, people-watching, and seeing an important public space in the city core.
- Must visit
Jalan Ahmad Yani Kesawan
Historic downtown corridor lined with colonial-era buildings, shops, and temples. Best explored on foot to feel Medan’s layered urban character.
- Recommended
Taman Ahmad Yani
Urban park with lawns, paths, and family-friendly open space. A pleasant local favorite for a break from traffic in central Medan.
- Gluten-free
Gulai Medan
Rich coconut milk curry of beef, goat, or chicken with Batak and Malay influences. A festive Medan staple known for deep spice and slow-cooked tenderness.
Mie Tiong Sim Selat Panjang
Stir-fried flat rice noodles with seafood, meat, egg, and sweet-savory sauce. A popular Chinese-Indonesian Medan dish often cooked over very high heat.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Rujak Kolam Medan
Fresh rojak of fruit and vegetables in thick palm sugar, chili, and peanut sauce. Medan style is prized for its bold sweet, spicy, tangy balance.
Lapo Marpadotbe
Popular traditional Batak restaurant serving grilled pork, arsik, andaliman dishes, and regional specialties in a lively local setting.
Mie Aceh Titi Bobrok
Well-known Medan venue for roast duck and Chinese-Indonesian dishes. Casual atmosphere with hearty portions and family-style dining.
Tip Top Restaurant
Historic casual restaurant known for Hainanese-style curry rice, bihun, and old-school Medan Chinese comfort food.
Indonesian rupiah (Rp)
Budget-friendly versus most Southeast Asian city breaks. Hotels, local meals, ride-hailing, and taxis are generally low-cost for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- Rp 25,000-50,000 for street food or simple local meals.
- Mid-range
- Rp 80,000-180,000 per person at a mid-range restaurant.
- Fine dining
- Rp 250,000+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- Rp 25,000-45,000 for a coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is not mandatory. Round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good, and small change is fine at cafes.
ITS Kota Medan
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Rp5.000
- Day pass
- None
To the city center
Medan Amplas -> Lapangan Merdeka, Medan
- Distance
- 6 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- Bus Listrik Medan fare is Rp5.000 for full-fare passengers from January 1, 2025. Check real-time bus monitoring on ITS Kota Medan before traveling.
- I could not verify an official day pass or official contactless bank-card acceptance from operator or city transport sources. Prepare cash or confirm payment method before boarding.
bus station information and services
Bus stops in Medan
Check where to Medan buses depart and arrive, plus the main bus station and stop details for this route.
Medan AmplasJalan Sisingamangaraja No.12, Amplas, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia
City-centre transport
Getting to Medan Amplas from Medan city centre
Medan Amplas is 5 km from Medan city centre. Public transport options include:
BusTrans Medan, DAMRI
AngkotVarious routes
Medan Amplas bus station facilities and services
Medan Amplas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines from several banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Medan Amplas.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Medan Amplas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Medan Amplas: Basic ramps available.
Kota MedanJalan Sisingamangaraja, Medan, Indonesia
City-centre transport
Getting to Kota Medan from Medan city centre
Kota Medan is 1 km from Medan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus1, 2, 3, 4
MinibusAngkot A, B
Kota Medan bus station facilities and services
Kota Medan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTMs located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kota Medan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kota Medan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Medan: Accessible facilities including ramps and designated seating.
Medan SunggalJalan Sunggal, Medan Sunggal, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia
City-centre transport
Getting to Medan Sunggal from Medan city centre
Medan Sunggal is 4 km from Medan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus001, 002, 003, 004
AngkotVarious routes
Medan Sunggal bus station facilities and services
Medan Sunggal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from different banks nearby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Medan Sunggal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Medan Sunggal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Medan Sunggal: Basic ramps.
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