The cheapest and fastest trains from Medan to Tanjungbalai
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Medan for Tanjungbalai every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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 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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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$21 Average Price | $11 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Medan to Tanjungbalai train times
The table below shows live departures for Medan to Tanjungbalai trains for today, Sunday, 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:15 am Medan | 4h15 | 11:30 am Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:00 pm Medan | 4h15 | 6:15 pm Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:05 pm Medan | 4h05 | 11:10 pm Tanjung Balai | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Medan to Tanjungbalai by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Medan to Tanjungbalai
Trains from Medan to Tanjungbalai run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 but you can travel from only $10 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 07:15 |
Last train 19:05 |
Train companies: Kereta API from Medan to Tanjungbalai trainsKereta API trains will get you between Medan and Tanjungbalai from $10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Medan to Tanjungbalai train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Medan to Tanjungbalai by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tanjungbalai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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