How to travel from Padang to Bogor, Indonesia

The distance between Padang and Bogor is around 1,039km (645 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Padang to Bogor by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) then take the train to Bogor.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Flight time1h 50m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,078,415($72)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Medan then Bandar Lampung and then to Bogor.

  • Duration2 days 17h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,228,190($82)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Bakauheni Port then take a ferry to Merak then drive to Bogor.

  • Duration19h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,126,870($140)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Bogor

There are several options for getting from Padang to Bogor by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around IDR 1,078,415 ($72) and will take around 5hrs.

The distance between Padang and Bogor is around 1,039km (645 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 952km (592 miles)

It takes around 5hrs to get from Padang and Bogor by plane and train.

The quickest way to get from Padang to Bogor is to fly and then take the train which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx IDR 1,078,415 ($72).

The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Bogor is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 1,078,415 ($72) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Padang and Bogor. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) then take the train to Bogor. instead which will take 5hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Padang and Bogor. It typically takes around 2 days 17h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Padang to Bogor. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Medan, Medan Putra Pelangi, Bandar Lampung and Bandar Lampung. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 17h.

A.L.S, Putra Pelangi and Damri run regular bus services between Padang and Bogor. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 17h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Padang to Bogor. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) then take the train to Bogor. instead which will take 5hrs.

The closest major airport to Bogor is Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP) (HLP) which is approximately 38km (24 miles) from Bogor. 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 Padang to Bogor. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Soekarno–Hatta (CGK) then take the train to Bogor. instead which will take 5hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Bogor is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around IDR 1,078,415 ($72).

How do I get from Padang to Bogor

Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Bogor

Transport options from Padang to Bogor
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train
5hrs
IDR 1,078,415($72)
hourly1,039km (645 miles)
Bus
2 days 17h
IDR 1,228,190($82)
once daily2,724km (1,692 miles)
Car and Ferry
19h 10m
IDR 2,126,870($140)
hourly1,298km (807 miles)

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Airports near Bogor

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

HLP
Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (HLP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
38km (24 miles) from Bogor
CGK
Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK)
International Airport
Distance
54km (34 miles) from Bogor
BDO
Husein Sastranegara International Airport (BDO)
International Airport
Distance
93km (58 miles) from Bogor