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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Banda Aceh to Medan
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
15 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
15 h 14 m
Buses on 18 Sept
16
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Banda Aceh to Medan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banda Aceh to Medan will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 16 buses from Banda Aceh to Medan, including 16 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 431 km distance in an average of 15 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 14 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 14 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.
PT ARMADA INDAH SUMATRA20:0015h58Banda Aceh, Bus Terminal Batoh11:58Medan Sunggal£121One-way0 changes- PT ARMADA INDAH SUMATRA19:3015h58Banda Aceh, Bus Terminal Batoh11:28Medan Sunggal£121One-way0 changes
PT. PMTOH20:0015h58Banda Aceh, Bus Terminal Batoh11:58Medan Sunggal£121One-way0 changes
PT. MANGGALA PERKASA UTAMA17:0015h14Bus Terminal Banda Aceh8:14Medan Sunggal£151One-way0 changes
METRO JAYA TRAVEL20:0015h14Bus Terminal Banda Aceh11:14Medan Sunggal£151One-way0 changes
- PT. MANGGALA PERKASA UTAMA17:0015h14Bus Terminal Banda Aceh8:14Medan Sunggal£151One-way0 changes
- METRO JAYA TRAVEL20:0015h14Bus Terminal Banda Aceh11:14Medan Sunggal£151One-way0 changes
- METRO JAYA TRAVEL17:0015h14Bus Terminal Banda Aceh8:14Medan Sunggal£151One-way0 changes
PT. BATAVIA TRANS ACEH20:0015h14Bus Terminal Banda Aceh11:14Medan Sunggal£151One-way0 changes
PT. BINTANG PRIMA NUSA20:0015h14Bus Terminal Banda Aceh11:14Medan Sunggal£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Banda Aceh to Medan
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Banda Aceh to Medan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a flight costs an average of £58.
Distance: 431 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 20m Average total duration 15h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Banda Aceh to Medan:
A coach is £45 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Banda Aceh to Medan costing on average £58.
Other travel options to Medan take longer:
Coach takes on average 15h 50m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £42. The journey takes 15h 50m versus 12h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by PT. PMTOH, PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS), Metro Jaya Travel, DEKA PUTRA, PT. Manggala Perkasa Utama, Samudra Pusaka Jaya Travel Banda Aceh.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Banda Aceh to Medan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Banda Aceh to Medan coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 PT. PREMIUM CLARA ANINDIA | 15:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 6:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
 PT. BERKAH JAYA OPTIMA TRANS | 15:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 6:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| METRO JAYA TRAVEL | 17:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 8:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. BERKAH JAYA OPTIMA TRANS | 17:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 8:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. MANGGALA PERKASA UTAMA | 17:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 8:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT ARMADA INDAH SUMATRA | 19:30 Banda Aceh, Bus Terminal Batoh | 15h58 | 11:28 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. PMTOH | 20:00 Banda Aceh, Bus Terminal Batoh | 15h58 | 11:58 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. MANGGALA PERKASA UTAMA | 20:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 11:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| METRO JAYA TRAVEL | 20:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 11:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. BINTANG PRIMA NUSA | 20:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 11:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. BATAVIA TRANS ACEH | 20:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 11:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
 DEKA PUTRA | 20:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h47 | 11:47 Medan Helvetia | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT ARMADA INDAH SUMATRA | 20:00 Banda Aceh, Bus Terminal Batoh | 15h58 | 11:58 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
 PT. BINTANG LESTARI PUTRA PERKASA | 20:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 11:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. BERKAH JAYA OPTIMA TRANS | 21:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 12:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. PREMIUM CLARA ANINDIA | 21:00 Bus Terminal Banda Aceh | 15h14 | 12:14 Medan Sunggal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Banda Aceh to Medan
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Buses from Banda Aceh to Medan run on average 12 times per day, taking around 15h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 11:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 431 km distance in 15h 58m.
Distance 431 km |
Average bus duration 15h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 15h 58m |
First bus 11:00 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: PT. PMTOH, KAP GROUP, PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS), Metro Jaya Travel, DEKA PUTRA, PT. Manggala Perkasa Utama, Samudra Pusaka Jaya Travel Banda Aceh from Banda Aceh to MedanYou can travel by bus between Banda Aceh to Medan with PT. PMTOH, KAP GROUP, PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS), Metro Jaya Travel, DEKA PUTRA, PT. Manggala Perkasa Utama, Samudra Pusaka Jaya Travel Banda Aceh for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS)
DEKA PUTRA
Samudra Pusaka Jaya Travel Banda Aceh
PT. PMTOH
KAP GROUP
Metro Jaya Travel
PT. Manggala Perkasa Utama
FAQs: Banda Aceh to Medan coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banda Aceh to Medan 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 Medan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- DEKA PUTRA
- One hand luggage and one carry-on luggage allowed
- additional luggage may incur extra charges.
- PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS)
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Banda Aceh and Medan
Most Banda Aceh to Medan buses use the Terminal Banda Aceh to Medan Sunggal station pair, with some services arriving at Kota Medan. Use this guide to compare Banda Aceh and Medan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Banda Aceh station do buses to Medan leave from?
Getting to Terminal Banda Aceh from Banda Aceh city centre
Terminal Banda Aceh is 2 km from Banda Aceh city centre. Public transport options include:
Terminal Banda Aceh bus station facilities and services
Terminal Banda Aceh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from several banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Terminal Banda Aceh.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Terminal Banda Aceh: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Terminal Banda Aceh: Basic wheelchair access.
Getting to Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh from Banda Aceh city centre
Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh is 3 km from Banda Aceh city centre. Public transport options include:
Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh bus station facilities and services
Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM available near entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh: Basic ramps available.
Which Medan station do buses from Banda Aceh arrive at?
Getting to Medan Sunggal from Medan city centre
Medan Sunggal is 4 km from Medan city centre. Public transport options include:
Medan Sunggal bus station facilities and services
Medan Sunggal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from different banks nearby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Medan Sunggal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Medan Sunggal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Medan Sunggal: Basic ramps.
Getting to Kota Medan from Medan city centre
Kota Medan is 1 km from Medan city centre. Public transport options include:
Kota Medan bus station facilities and services
Kota Medan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTMs located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kota Medan.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kota Medan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Medan: Accessible facilities including ramps and designated seating.
Getting to Medan Helvetia from Medan city centre
Medan Helvetia is 4 km from Medan city centre. Public transport options include:
Medan Helvetia bus station facilities and services
Medan Helvetia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from local banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Medan Helvetia.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Medan Helvetia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Medan Helvetia: Basic ramps.
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