4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Medan to Banda Aceh
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
15 h 47 m
Average duration
15 h 47 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Medan to Banda Aceh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Medan to Banda Aceh will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 buses that leave Medan for Banda Aceh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 431 km distance in an average of 15 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 47 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 47 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 coach and flight for Medan to Banda Aceh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Medan to Banda Aceh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £38.
Distance: 431 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
16h 16m Average total duration 15h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Medan to Banda Aceh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Medan to Banda Aceh coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 PT. BINTANG LESTARI PUTRA PERKASA | 10:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h49 | 01:49 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
 PT. BATAVIA TRANS ACEH | 13:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h49 | 04:49 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. BINTANG LESTARI PUTRA PERKASA | 13:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h49 | 04:49 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
| PT. BATAVIA TRANS ACEH | 15:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h49 | 06:49 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Medan to Banda Aceh
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Buses from Medan to Banda Aceh run on average 15 times per day, taking around 15h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 14:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 431 km distance in 15h 47m.
Distance 431 km |
Average bus duration 15h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 15h 47m |
First bus 14:00 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: KAP GROUP, DEKA PUTRA, PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS), PT. BINTANG PRIMA NUSA, PT. PMTOH from Medan to Banda AcehYou can travel by bus between Medan to Banda Aceh with KAP GROUP, DEKA PUTRA, PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS), PT. BINTANG PRIMA NUSA, PT. PMTOH for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
PT. ARMADA INDAH SUMATERA (AIS)
DEKA PUTRA
PT. BINTANG PRIMA NUSA
KAP GROUP
PT. PMTOH
FAQs: Medan to Banda Aceh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Medan to Banda Aceh 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 Banda Aceh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Medan, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Kota Medan, Medan Sunggal and Medan Helvetia. When arriving in Banda Aceh, you can end your route in coach stations like Banda Aceh, Bus Terminal Batoh, Bus Terminal Banda Aceh and Banda Aceh Kota.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Kota Medan, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Banda Aceh, Bus Terminal Batoh, located 2.8 miles (4.5 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Medan to Banda Aceh, follow these tips:
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- 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 Medan and Banda Aceh
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-21:00
- Street parking available
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stands
- Basic ramps
- Public toilets available
- Bus: 001, 002, 003, 004
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Labi-labi, Trans Koetaradja
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Taxis available at terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses, Trans Koetaradja
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at terminal entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Labi-labi, Trans Koetaradja
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