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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Medan to Pekanbaru
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
16 h 59 m
Average duration
17 h 1 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Medan to Pekanbaru is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Medan to Pekanbaru will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Medan for Pekanbaru every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 459 km distance in an average of 17 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 59 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 2 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Medan to Pekanbaru
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Medan to Pekanbaru among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $61.
Distance: 459 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$20 Average Price Cheapest | $82 Average Price |
17h 31m Average total duration 17h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Medan to Pekanbaru bus times
The table below shows live departures for Medan to Pekanbaru coaches for tomorrow, Thursday, 1 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 3:00 am Medan | 17h02 | 8:02 pm Pekanbaru | 0 changesdirect | |
| 1:00 pm Medan | 16h59 | 5:59 am Pekanbaru | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Medan to Pekanbaru
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Buses from Medan to Pekanbaru run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 459 km distance in 16h 50m.
Distance 459 km |
Average bus duration 16h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 16h 50m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 20:00 |
FAQs: Medan to Pekanbaru coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Medan to Pekanbaru 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 Pekanbaru, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Medan Sunggal, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Pekanbaru, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Medan and Pekanbaru
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-22:00
- Street parking available
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: 001, 002, 003, 004
- Angkot: Various routes
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Metro Pekanbaru Lines 1, 2, 3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in main terminal building
- Large parking area available for cars and motorcycles
- Food court and small local restaurants available
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair ramps, accessible paths
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Trans Metro Pekanbaru Lines 1, 2, 3
- Local minibuses (angkot)
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