The cheapest and fastest buses from Medan to Tarutung
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
7 h 19 m
Average duration
7 h 51 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Medan to Tarutung is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Medan to Tarutung will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Medan for Tarutung on Wed, Mar 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 7 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 19 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest buses will take 8 h 23 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Medan to Tarutung
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Medan to Tarutung among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $165 Average price |
8h 47m Average total duration Fastest 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 37m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Medan to Tarutung bus times
The table below shows live departures for Medan to Tarutung buses for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 PM Medan | 8h23 | 9:23 PM Tarutung | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Medan to Tarutung
Buses from Medan to Tarutung run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 22:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 7h 19m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 19m |
First bus 22:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: PT. Kinan Perkasa Trans, CV. SALOMO TRAVEL from Medan to TarutungYou can travel by bus between Medan to Tarutung with PT. Kinan Perkasa Trans, CV. SALOMO TRAVEL for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Medan to Tarutung
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Medan to Tarutung by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tarutung, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Medan to Tarutung
- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi available.
- Parking available on-site.
- Food stalls and small restaurants nearby.
- Taxis available outside the station.
- Accessible facilities including ramps and designated seating.
- Public toilets available for a small fee.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Minibus: Angkot A, B
- 07:00-21:00
- Parking area available for cars and motorcycles
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside the terminal
- Available in front of the terminal
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses, inter-city buses
- 05:00-21:00
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Ramps available
- Basic facilities available
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