The cheapest and fastest coaches from Medan to Padangsidempuan
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
11 h 50 m
Average duration
12 h 10 m
Buses per day
11
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 $14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $14.
Of the 11 buses that leave Medan for Padangsidempuan every day 11 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 10 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 15 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.
MAHARANI TRANS8:20 PM12h15Kota Medan8:35 AMPadangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara$141One-way0 changes
MAHARANI TRANS8:30 PM12h15Kota Medan8:45 AMPadangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara$141One-way0 changes
LDN TRAVEL & LOGISTIK8:00 PM12h20Kota Medan8:20 AMPadangsidempuan, Padang Sidempuan$141One-way0 changes
MAHARANI TRANS8:25 PM12h15Kota Medan8:40 AMPadangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara$141One-way0 changes
MAHARANI TRANS8:00 PM12h15Kota Medan8:15 AMPadangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara$141One-way0 changes
CV. WIN TRAVEL9:00 PM11h50Medan Amplas8:50 AMPadangsidempuan, Padang Sidempuan$171One-way0 changes
MAHARANI TRANS8:20 PM12h15Kota Medan8:35 AMPadangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara$141One-way0 changes
MAHARANI TRANS8:30 PM12h15Kota Medan8:45 AMPadangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara$141One-way0 changes
MAHARANI TRANS8:25 PM12h15Kota Medan8:40 AMPadangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara$141One-way0 changes
MAHARANI TRANS8:00 PM12h15Kota Medan8:15 AMPadangsidempuan, Padangsidimpuan Utara$141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Medan to Padangsidempuan
Omio recommends booking the coach 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 $14. 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 $14, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 255 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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$15 Average Price Cheapest | $93 Average Price |
12h 41m Average total duration 12h 11m 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 today, Thursday, 7 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 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 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 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 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 11h 50m |
First bus 3:00 PM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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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
- 24 hours
- Free Wi-Fi available.
- Parking available on-site.
- Food stalls and small restaurants nearby.
- Taxis available outside the station.
- Accessible facilities including ramps and designated seating.
- Public toilets available for a small fee.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Minibus: Angkot A, B
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in waiting area
- Available in front of terminal
- Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Medan, DAMRI
- Angkot: Various routes
- 06:00-18:00
- Available in front of terminal
- Basic food stalls and local vendors
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and inter-city buses
- 05:00-21:00
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic ramps
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local and inter-city buses
- 06:00-18:00
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local and intercity buses
- Angkot (shared minibus)
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