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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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pematangsiantar to Medan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pematangsiantar to Medan will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
On Fri, Nov 06, we found 1 buses from Pematangsiantar to Medan, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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 Pematangsiantar to Medan run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€19) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Pematangsiantar to Medan.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator CV. SALOMO TRAVEL | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Pematangsiantar to Medan buses for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 PM Pematangsiantar | 3h05 | 9:05 PM Medan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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State museum covering North Sumatra’s ethnic cultures, archaeology, and traditional arts. Useful for understanding the wider region beyond Medan.
Private museum presenting Chinese Indonesian heritage, medicine, household items, and community history. A lesser-known cultural stop in Medan.
Museum inside the former Deli palace complex displaying royal objects, photos, and period furnishings. A concise introduction to Medan’s past.
Central civic square and park near major landmarks. Popular for walking, people-watching, and seeing an important public space in the city core.
Historic downtown corridor lined with colonial-era buildings, shops, and temples. Best explored on foot to feel Medan’s layered urban character.
Urban park with lawns, paths, and family-friendly open space. A pleasant local favorite for a break from traffic in central 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.
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.
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.
Popular traditional Batak restaurant serving grilled pork, arsik, andaliman dishes, and regional specialties in a lively local setting.
Well-known Medan venue for roast duck and Chinese-Indonesian dishes. Casual atmosphere with hearty portions and family-style dining.
Historic casual restaurant known for Hainanese-style curry rice, bihun, and old-school Medan Chinese comfort food.
Budget-friendly versus most Southeast Asian city breaks. Hotels, local meals, ride-hailing, and taxis are generally low-cost for visitors.
Tipping is not mandatory. Round up taxi fares, leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good, and small change is fine at cafes.
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Medan Amplas -> Lapangan Merdeka, Medan
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Most Pematangsiantar to Medan buses use the Kota Pematangsiantar to Kantor/Loket Medan station pair. Use this guide to compare Pematangsiantar and Medan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kota Pematangsiantar is 1 km from Pematangsiantar city centre. Public transport options include:
Kota Pematangsiantar 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 aTM available near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Kota Pematangsiantar.
Available at Kota Pematangsiantar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Pematangsiantar: Basic ramps available.
Kantor/Loket Medan is 3 km from Medan city centre. Public transport options include:
Kantor/Loket Medan 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 inside the terminal
ATMs are several ATMs from different banks.
Ticket office support is available at Kantor/Loket Medan.
Available at Kantor/Loket Medan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kantor/Loket Medan: Basic ramps available.
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