How to travel from Legian to Medan, Indonesia
The distance between Legian and Medan is around 2,405km (1,495 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Legian to Medan by plane, bus, ferry and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Medan → Legian if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Kuala Namu (KNO).
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time4hrs
- Typical costIDR 1,497,795($100)
Indonesia AirAsia
+ 4 othersBus and Ferry
Take the bus to Banyuwangi and then to Pulo Gebang Terminal then take a ferry to Belawan.
- Duration3 days 5h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,437,885($95)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus, Ferry and Train
Take the bus to Gilimanuk then take a ferry to Ketapang then take the train to Kebumen and then to Jatinegara then take a ferry to Belawan.
- Duration3 days 10h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,497,795($100)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Legian and Medan
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Legian to Medan by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,333,040 ($89) and will take around 3 days 23h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,497,795 ($100).
The distance between Legian and Medan is around 2,405km (1,495 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 951km (591 miles)
It takes around 4h 50m to get from Legian and Medan by plane.
The quickest way to get from Legian to Medan is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx IDR 1,497,795 ($100).
The cheapest way to travel between Legian and Medan is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,333,040 ($89) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Legian and Medan. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Kuala Namu (KNO). instead which will take 4h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Legian and Medan. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Kuala Namu (KNO). instead which will take 4h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Legian and Medan. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and arrive at Kuala Namu (KNO) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 4hrs.
There is no direct flight from Legian to Medan. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Legian to Medan typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Ngurah Rai (DPS) and and arrive into Kuala Namu (KNO).
The closest major airport to Medan is Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) (HLP) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Medan. Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK) (CGK) and Husein Sastranegara International Airport (BDO) (BDO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Legian to Medan. We recommend that you fly from Ngurah Rai (DPS) to Kuala Namu (KNO). instead which will take 4h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Legian to Medan is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around IDR 1,497,795 ($100).
Compare travel optionsbetween Legian and Medan
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 4h 50m | IDR 1,497,795($100) | every 3 hours | 2,405km (1,495 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 3 days 5h | IDR 1,437,885($95) | once a week | 3,063km (1,903 miles) |
| Bus to Jakarta, Ferry | 3 days 23h | IDR 1,333,040($89) | once a week | 3,032km (1,884 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 3 days 10h | IDR 1,497,795($100) | once a week | 3,127km (1,943 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Ferry | 3 days 12h | IDR 1,482,820($100) | once a week | 3,221km (2,001 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Legian and Medan
Airlines
Indonesia AirAsia
Citilink Indonesia
Batik Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Garuda Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
LADJU Trans
Pahala Kencana
Safari Dharma Raya
Ferry operators
Pelni
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Airports near Medan
The following major airports near Medan offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
- Distance
- 19km (12 miles) from Medan
Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK)
- Distance
- 32km (20 miles) from Medan
Husein Sastranegara International Airport (BDO)
- Distance
- 113km (70 miles) from Medan