The cheapest and fastest coaches from Medan to Tanjungbalai
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Medan to Tanjungbalai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Medan to Tanjungbalai will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $11.
Of the 8 buses that leave Medan for Tanjungbalai every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 44 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.
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Compare train and coach for Medan to Tanjungbalai
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Medan to Tanjungbalai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 143 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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$11 Average Price Cheapest | $21 Average Price |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Medan to Tanjungbalai bus times
The table below shows live departures for Medan to Tanjungbalai coaches for today, Sunday, 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PT. HATRA TOUR DAN TRAVEL | 8:00 am Kota Medan | 3h44 | 11:44 am Tanjungbalai, Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
CV. WIN TRAVEL | 11:00 am Kota Medan | 3h44 | 2:44 pm Tanjungbalai, Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
CV. WIN TRAVEL | 12:00 pm Kota Medan | 3h44 | 3:44 pm Tanjungbalai, Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
PT. ATHAZA RENT TRAVEL TOUR | 1:00 pm Medan Sunggal | 3h51 | 4:51 pm Tanjungbalai, Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
CV. WIN TRAVEL | 2:00 pm Kota Medan | 3h44 | 5:44 pm Tanjungbalai, Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
PT. HATRA TOUR DAN TRAVEL | 2:00 pm Kota Medan | 3h44 | 5:44 pm Tanjungbalai, Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
CV. WIN TRAVEL | 4:00 pm Medan Amplas | 3h19 | 7:19 pm Tanjungbalai, Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
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PT. HATRA TOUR DAN TRAVEL | 2:00 am Kota Medan | 3h44 | 5:44 am Tanjungbalai, Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Medan to Tanjungbalai
Buses from Medan to Tanjungbalai run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 143 km distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 19m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
FAQs: Medan to Tanjungbalai coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Medan to Tanjungbalai 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 Tanjungbalai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Medan Amplas, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Tanjungbalai, Tanjung Balai, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Medan and Tanjungbalai
- 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
- 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
- 07:00-21:00
- Parking area available for cars and motorcycles
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside the terminal
- Available in front of the terminal
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses, inter-city buses
- 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
- 05:00-21:00
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at station entrance
- Basic ramps
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local routes to Medan, Kisaran, and surrounding areas
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