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Museum Sejarah Jakarta
Housed in a grand colonial building, this museum introduces Jakarta's history from ancient port city to modern capital.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€42
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€42
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 d 13 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 d 13 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
959 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Padang Panjang to Jakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padang Panjang to Jakarta will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 buses from Padang Panjang to Jakarta, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 959 km distance in an average of 2 d 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 13 h 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 2 d 13 h 30 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Padang Panjang to Jakarta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, while a flight costs an average of €94.
Distance: 595 miles (959 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€48 Average price Cheapest | €94 Average price | €114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
60h 23m Average total duration 59h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 26h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Padang Panjang to Jakarta:
A bus is €47 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Padang Panjang to Jakarta costing on average €94.
Other travel options to Jakarta take longer:
Bus takes on average 59h 53m.
Tickets start at around €48 compared to roughly €114 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €66. The journey takes 59h 53m versus 26h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 61h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 61h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €42 |
The table below shows live departures for Padang Panjang to Jakarta buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:00 AM Padang Panjang | 61h30 | 3:30 PM Jakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Padang Panjang to Jakarta run on average 4 times per day, taking around 59h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €46 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 13:30. The fastest bus covers the 595 miles (959 km) distance in 58h 0m.
Distance 595 miles (959 km) |
Average bus duration 59h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €46 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 58h 0m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 1:30 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padang Panjang to Jakarta 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 Jakarta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Padang Panjang to Jakarta buses use the Kota Bukittinggi to Jakarta station pair. Use this guide to compare Padang Panjang and Jakarta bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Jakarta is 3 km from Jakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Jakarta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various street food vendors
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are several ATMs from major banks.
Ticket office support is available at Jakarta.
Available at Jakarta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jakarta: Wheelchair ramps.
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