Padang to Medan by bus & shuttle
From Padang to Medan: distance, estimated time, pick-up points and live times & fares from licensed operators.
- Distance±710 km
- Estimated time±14 hours
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Times & fares: Padang → Medan
Bus, shuttle and train times, fares and seats come live from licensed operators through our official ticketing partner, which handles booking, payment and your ticket.
About the Padang – Medan trip
The Padang to Medan route is about 710 km and takes around 14 hours depending on traffic and the drop-off point.
Pick-up points in Padang: Terminal Anak Air, Padang Kota. In Medan: Terminal Amplas, Terminal Pinang Baris, Medan Kota.
Tips
- Weekdays are usually cheaper and quieter than weekends and holidays.
- Book early around Eid, Christmas–New Year and Indonesian school holidays.
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure with your ticket and ID or passport.
Related routes
- Padang → Jambi±520 km · ±10 hours
- Padang → Jakarta±1,330 km · ±28 hours
- Padang → Bukittinggi±90 km · ±2h 35m
- Padang → Pekanbaru±310 km · ±6 hours
- Padang → Bengkulu±650 km · ±13 hours
- Parapat → Medan±175 km · ±3 hours
- Banda Aceh → Medan±600 km · ±12 hours
- Pekanbaru → Medan±620 km · ±12 hours
- Bukittinggi → Medan±620 km · ±12 hours
- Jakarta → Medan±1,950 km · ±40 hours
FAQ: Padang to Medan
How far is Padang from Medan?
About 710 km by road; the trip takes roughly 14 hours depending on traffic and stops.
How much is a ticket from Padang to Medan?
Fares differ by operator, vehicle class and season. Tap “See times & book” to see current fares before you pay.
Where do buses leave from in Padang?
Common pick-up points in Padang: Terminal Anak Air, Padang Kota. Each operator's exact point is shown when you book.
Who issues the ticket?
Licensed operators sell the seats through SiapPergi's official ticketing partner, which handles payment and emails your ticket.