The cheapest and fastest buses from Medan to Tebingtinggi
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Medan to Tebingtinggi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Medan to Tebingtinggi will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 buses that leave Medan for Tebingtinggi on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.
PT. BATANG PANE BARU9:30 PM1h55Kota Medan11:25 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$31One-way0 transfers
ARVI TRANSPORT5:00 PM1h30Medan Amplas6:30 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$101One-way0 transfers
ARVI TRANSPORT7:00 PM1h30Medan Amplas8:30 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$101One-way0 transfers
ARVI TRANSPORT4:00 PM1h30Medan Amplas5:30 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$101One-way0 transfers
ARVI TRANSPORT8:00 PM1h30Medan Amplas9:30 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$101One-way0 transfers
ARVI TRANSPORT5:00 PM1h30Medan Amplas6:30 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$101One-way0 transfers
ARVI TRANSPORT7:00 PM1h30Medan Amplas8:30 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$101One-way0 transfers
ARVI TRANSPORT4:00 PM1h30Medan Amplas5:30 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$101One-way0 transfers
ARVI TRANSPORT8:00 PM1h30Medan Amplas9:30 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$101One-way0 transfers
PT. BATANG PANE BARU9:30 PM1h55Kota Medan11:25 PMTebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi$31One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Medan to Tebingtinggi
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Medan to Tebingtinggi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $3, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Medan to Tebingtinggi:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Medan to Tebingtinggi costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Tebingtinggi take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Medan to Tebingtinggi Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator ARVI TRANSPORT | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator ARVI TRANSPORT | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator ARVI TRANSPORT | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator ARVI TRANSPORT | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator PT. BATANG PANE BARU | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Medan to Tebingtinggi bus times
The table below shows live departures for Medan to Tebingtinggi buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ARVI TRANSPORT | 4:00 PM Medan Amplas | 1h30 | 5:30 PM Tebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi | 0 transfersDirect | |
ARVI TRANSPORT | 5:00 PM Medan Amplas | 1h30 | 6:30 PM Tebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi | 0 transfersDirect | |
ARVI TRANSPORT | 7:00 PM Medan Amplas | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Tebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi | 0 transfersDirect | |
ARVI TRANSPORT | 8:00 PM Medan Amplas | 1h30 | 9:30 PM Tebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi | 0 transfersDirect | |
PT. BATANG PANE BARU | 9:30 PM Kota Medan | 1h55 | 11:25 PM Tebingtinggi, Kota Tebing Tinggi | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Medan to Tebingtinggi
Buses from Medan to Tebingtinggi run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Medan to Tebingtinggi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Medan to Tebingtinggi 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 Tebingtinggi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Medan to Tebingtinggi
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in waiting area
- Available in front of terminal
- Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Medan, DAMRI
- Angkot: Various routes
- 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
- 05:00-21:00
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at terminal entrance
- Basic ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Inter-city buses, local minibuses
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