How to travel from Lombok to Padang, Indonesia

The distance between Lombok and Padang is around 2,060km (1,280 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Lombok to Padang by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Lombok (LOP) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time3h 45m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 3,385,020($225)
Operated by

Batik Air

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Surabaya, Tanjung Priok then Tanjung Balai Karimun and then to Dumai then take the bus to Padang.

  • Duration4 days 2h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,422,905($95)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lombok and Padang

There are several options for getting from Lombok to Padang by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around IDR 1,422,905 ($95) and will take around 4 days 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,385,020 ($225).

The distance between Lombok and Padang is around 2,060km (1,280 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,965km (1,221 miles)

It takes around 4h 40m to get from Lombok and Padang by plane.

The quickest way to get from Lombok to Padang is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx IDR 3,385,020 ($225).

The cheapest way to travel between Lombok and Padang is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around IDR 1,422,905 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Lombok and Padang. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 4h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lombok and Padang. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 4h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Lombok and Padang. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and arrive at Minangkabau (PDG) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Lombok to Padang. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Lombok to Padang typically takes around 3h 45m. Flights depart from Lombok (LOP) and and arrive into Minangkabau (PDG).

The closest major airport to Padang is Minangkabau International Airport (PDG) (PDG) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Padang. Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport (PKU) (PKU) and Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ) (FLZ) 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 Lombok to Padang. We recommend that you fly from Lombok (LOP) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 4h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lombok to Padang is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around IDR 3,385,020 ($225).

How do I get from Lombok to Padang

Compare travel optionsbetween Lombok and Padang

Transport options from Lombok to Padang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 40m
IDR 3,385,020($225)
hourly2,060km (1,280 miles)
Ferry and Bus
4 days 2h
IDR 1,422,905($95)
once a week3,078km (1,912 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Lombok and Padang

Airlines

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Bus companies

Airports near Padang

The following major airports near Padang offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.

PDG
Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
International Airport
Distance
18km (11 miles) from Padang
PKU
Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport (PKU)
International Airport
Distance
196km (122 miles) from Padang
FLZ
Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
321km (199 miles) from Padang