The cheapest and fastest coaches from Medan to Banda Aceh
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
15 h 38 m
Average duration
15 h 43 m
Buses per day
13
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 £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 13 buses that leave Medan for Banda Aceh every day 13 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 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 38 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.
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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 £36.
Distance: 431 km
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £46 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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Live departures
Medan to Banda Aceh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Medan to Banda Aceh coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PT. BATAVIA TRANS ACEH | 15:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h49 | 06:49 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
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DEKA PUTRA | 08:00 Medan Helvetia | 15h38 | 23:38 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
PT. MANGGALA PERKASA UTAMA | 10:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h49 | 01:49 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
KAP GROUP | 10:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h47 | 01:47 Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh | 0 changesdirect | |
PT ARMADA INDAH SUMATRA | 12:30 Medan Sunggal | 15h47 | 04:17 Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh | 0 changesdirect | |
PT. BINTANG PRIMA NUSA | 13:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h49 | 04:49 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
DEKA PUTRA | 13:00 Medan Helvetia | 15h38 | 04:38 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
PT. BATAVIA TRANS ACEH | 13:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h49 | 04:49 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
PT. MANGGALA PERKASA UTAMA | 13:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h49 | 04:49 Terminal Banda Aceh | 0 changesdirect | |
KAP GROUP | 13:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h47 | 04:47 Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh | 0 changesdirect | |
PT ARMADA INDAH SUMATRA | 13:00 Medan Sunggal | 15h47 | 04:47 Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh | 0 changesdirect | |
PT. PUTRA TENAGA DESA (PTD) | 13:00 Kota Medan | 15h53 | 04:53 Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh | 0 changesdirect | |
KAP GROUP | 13:30 Medan Sunggal | 15h47 | 05:17 Banda Aceh, Terminal Batoh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Medan to Banda Aceh
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
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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.

- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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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