How to travel from Padang to Manado, Indonesia
The distance between Padang and Manado is around 3,165km (1,966 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 15m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Padang to Manado 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 Manado → Padang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Manado (MDC).
- Duration6h 15m
- Flight time5h 20m
- Typical costIDR 1,947,135($130)
Batik Air
+ 3 othersBus and Ferry
Take the bus to Dumai Terminal AKAP then take a ferry to Tanjung Balai Karimun, Port of Tanjung Priok then Surabaya - Tanjung Perak Port and then to Bitung.
- Duration6 days 16h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 2,171,805($145)
Multiple operators
Bus, Ferry and Train
Take the bus to Medan and then to Bandar Lampung then take a ferry to Gambir Station then take the train to Surabaya Pasar Turi then take a ferry to Bitung.
- Duration6 days 6h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 2,156,825($145)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Manado
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Padang to Manado by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around IDR 1,947,135 ($130) and will take around 6h 15m.
The distance between Padang and Manado is around 3,165km (1,966 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,735km (1,699 miles)
It takes around 6h 15m to get from Padang and Manado by plane.
The quickest way to get from Padang to Manado is to fly which takes around 6h 15m and will set you back approx IDR 1,947,135 ($130).
The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Manado is to fly which will typically cost around IDR 1,947,135 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Padang and Manado. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Manado (MDC). instead which will take 6h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Padang and Manado. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Manado (MDC). instead which will take 6h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Padang and Manado. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and arrive at Manado (MDC) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 5h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Padang to Manado. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 6h 15m (not including layover time).
The flight from Padang to Manado typically takes around 5h 20m. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and and arrive into Manado (MDC).
The closest major airport to Manado is Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC) (MDC) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Manado. Tolotio Airport (GTO) (GTO) and Naha Airport (NAH) (NAH) 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 Manado. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Manado (MDC). instead which will take 6h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Manado is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 15m and will usually cost around IDR 1,947,135 ($130).
Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Manado
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 6h 15m | IDR 1,947,135($130) | hourly | 3,165km (1,966 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 6 days 16h | IDR 2,171,805($145) | once a week | 4,982km (3,095 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train | 6 days 6h | IDR 2,156,825($145) | once a week | 5,810km (3,610 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Padang and Manado
Airlines
Batik Air
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Lion Mentari Airlines
Garuda Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
A.L.S
Putra Pelangi
Yanti Group
Ferry operators
Pelni
Batam Jet
Airports near Manado
The following major airports near Manado offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Sam Ratulangi International Airport (MDC)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Manado
Tolotio Airport (GTO)
- Distance
- 241km (150 miles) from Manado
Naha Airport (NAH)
- Distance
- 254km (158 miles) from Manado