The cheapest and fastest coaches from Medan to Padangsidempuan
Cheapest price
11RM
Average price
12RM
Fastest journey
11 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Medan to Padangsidempuan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Medan to Padangsidempuan will cost around 12RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 11RM.
Of the 3 buses that leave Medan for Padangsidempuan every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 12 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 20 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.
1:25 PM12h15Medan1:40 AMPadangsidempuan11 RM1One-way0 changes
1:00 PM12h20Medan1:20 AMPadangsidempuan11 RM1One-way0 changes
2:00 PM11h50Medan1:50 AMPadangsidempuan14 RM1One-way0 changes
2:00 PM11h50Medan1:50 AMPadangsidempuan14 RM1One-way0 changes
1:25 PM12h15Medan1:40 AMPadangsidempuan11 RM1One-way0 changes
1:00 PM12h20Medan1:20 AMPadangsidempuan11 RM1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Medan to Padangsidempuan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Medan to Padangsidempuan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 11RM. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 11RM, and a flight costs an average of 61RM.
Distance: 255 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
12RM Average Price Cheapest | 74RM Average Price |
12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Medan to Padangsidempuan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Medan to Padangsidempuan coaches for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:00 PM Medan | 12h20 | 1:20 AM Padangsidempuan | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Medan | 12h15 | 1:40 AM Padangsidempuan | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Medan | 11h50 | 1:50 AM Padangsidempuan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Medan to Padangsidempuan
Buses from Medan to Padangsidempuan run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 11RM if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 15:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 255 km distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 12h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price 11RM |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 11h 50m |
First bus 3:00 PM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
FAQs: Medan to Padangsidempuan coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Medan to Padangsidempuan by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Padangsidempuan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Medan and Padangsidempuan
Most Medan to Padangsidempuan buses use the Kota Medan to Padangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara station pair. Use this guide to compare Medan and Padangsidempuan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Medan station do buses to Padangsidempuan leave from?
Getting to Kota Medan from Medan city centre
Kota Medan is 1 km from Medan city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Padangsidempuan station do buses from Medan arrive at?
Getting to Padangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara from Padangsidempuan city centre
Padangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara is 3 km from Padangsidempuan city centre. Public transport options include:
Padangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara bus station facilities and services
Padangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Basic food stalls and local vendors
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available near entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Padangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Padangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Padangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara: Basic ramps.
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