Pekanbaru to Medan by bus & shuttle
From Pekanbaru to Medan: distance, estimated time, pick-up points and live times & fares from licensed operators.
- Distance±620 km
- Estimated time±12 hours
- TicketsOfficial ticketing partner
Times & fares: Pekanbaru → 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 Pekanbaru – Medan trip
The Pekanbaru to Medan route is about 620 km and takes around 12 hours depending on traffic and the drop-off point.
Pick-up points in Pekanbaru: Terminal BRPS (Bandar Raya Payung Sekaki), Pekanbaru 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
- Pekanbaru → Jambi±460 km · ±9 hours
- Pekanbaru → Jakarta±1,290 km · ±27 hours
- Pekanbaru → Padang±310 km · ±6 hours
- Pekanbaru → Bukittinggi±220 km · ±4 hours
- Parapat → Medan±175 km · ±3 hours
- Banda Aceh → Medan±600 km · ±12 hours
- Bukittinggi → Medan±620 km · ±12 hours
- Padang → Medan±710 km · ±14 hours
- Jakarta → Medan±1,950 km · ±40 hours
FAQ: Pekanbaru to Medan
How far is Pekanbaru from Medan?
About 620 km by road; the trip takes roughly 12 hours depending on traffic and stops.
How much is a ticket from Pekanbaru 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 Pekanbaru?
Common pick-up points in Pekanbaru: Terminal BRPS (Bandar Raya Payung Sekaki), Pekanbaru 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.