Facts about the transport from Medan to Palembang
| Cheapest Transport | $46 |
| Fastest Transport | 2h 50m |
| Earliest Departure | 10:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 1567 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Citilink, Putra Pelangi |
Medan to Palembang
Best Options
$46
$46
Other Options
Transportation from Medan to Palembang
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Buses$ 45.25
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Flights$ 101.85
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Palembang
Popular Routes in Indonesia
How to get from Medan to Palembang
Travelling between Medan and Palembang is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 45.25 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 45.25.
How long does it take to get from Medan to Palembang?
It can take you anywhere between 3 and 32 hours to travel between Medan and Palembang depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Medan and Palembang. Flight will bring you to your destination in 2h 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 7h 20m to reach Palembang.
How much does it cost to get from Medan to Palembang?
Travelling between Medan and Palembang can be as cheap as USD 45.25 if you opt for a Putra Pelangi bus and as expensive as USD 45.25 if you buy a Putra Pelangi Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Medan and Palembang ?
- 2 from Medan to Palembang starting from 10:00 Kota Medan until 18:00 Kota Medan
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Medan to Palembang.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Medan to Palembang overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Medan and Palembang
Putra Pelangi
What is the most popular transport to get from Medan to Palembang?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus