Facts about the transport from Pekanbaru to Palembang
| Cheapest Transport | $33 |
| Fastest Transport | 10h 45m |
| Earliest Departure | 9:05 AM |
| Latest Departure | 8:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 20 |
| Distance | 1262 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Citilink, Lorena, SAN |
Pekanbaru to Palembang
Best Options
$33
$105
Other Options
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Transportation from Pekanbaru to Palembang
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Trains$ 32.06
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Buses$ 32.06
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Flights$ 104.65
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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
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How to get from Pekanbaru to Palembang
Travelling between Pekanbaru and Palembang is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 104.65 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus+train which will set you back mere USD 32.06.
How long does it take to get from Pekanbaru to Palembang?
It can take you anywhere between 11 and 26 hours to travel between Pekanbaru and Palembang depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Pekanbaru and Palembang. Flight will bring you to your destination in 10h 45m. Bus+train does a much slower job and take about 1d 1h 15m to reach Palembang.
How much does it cost to get from Pekanbaru to Palembang?
Travelling between Pekanbaru and Palembang can be as cheap as USD 32.06 if you opt for a SAN bus+train and as expensive as USD 104.65 if you buy a Citilink flight 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 Pekanbaru and Palembang ?
- 10 by Bus+Train from Pekanbaru to Palembang starting from 11:00 Kota Pekanbaru until 20:30 Kota Pekanbaru
- 9 from Pekanbaru to Palembang starting from 11:00 Kota Pekanbaru until 20:30 Kota Pekanbaru
- 1 by flight from Pekanbaru to Palembang starting from 09:05 Pekanbaru Airport until 09:05 Pekanbaru Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Pekanbaru to Palembang.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Pekanbaru 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 Pekanbaru and Palembang
Lorena (Lorena Denpasar), SAN
What is the most popular transport to get from Pekanbaru to Palembang?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 64% chosen flight
- 18% opted for a bus
- 18% chosen Bus+Train