How to travel from Padang to Surabaya, Indonesia
The distance between Padang and Surabaya is around 1,663km (1,033 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 20m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Padang to Surabaya by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Surabaya → Padang if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Juanda International (SUB).
- Duration4h 20m
- Flight time3h 20m
- Typical costIDR 1,587,665($105)
Lion Mentari Airlines
+ 4 others1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Dumai Terminal AKAP then take a ferry to Tanjung Balai Karimun then Port of Tanjung Priok and then to Surabaya.
- Duration3 days 5h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costIDR 1,318,060($88)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
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.
- Duration3 days 3h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costIDR 1,497,795($100)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Car and Ferry
Drive to Bakauheni Port then take a ferry to Merak then drive to Surabaya.
- Duration1 day 3h
- Departshourly
- Typical costIDR 1,722,465($115)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Surabaya
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Padang to Surabaya by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around IDR 1,318,060 ($88) and will take around 3 days 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,587,665 ($105).
The distance between Padang and Surabaya is around 1,663km (1,033 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,541km (958 miles)
It takes around 4h 20m to get from Padang and Surabaya by plane.
The quickest way to get from Padang to Surabaya is to fly which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx IDR 1,587,665 ($105).
The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Surabaya is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around IDR 1,318,060 ($88) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Padang and Surabaya. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Juanda International (SUB). instead which will take 4h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Padang and Surabaya. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Juanda International (SUB). instead which will take 4h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Padang and Surabaya. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and arrive at Juanda International (SUB) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Padang to Surabaya. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Padang to Surabaya typically takes around 3h 20m. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and and arrive into Juanda International (SUB).
The closest major airport to Surabaya is Juanda International Airport (SUB) (SUB) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Surabaya. Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) (MLG) and Blimbingsari Airport (BWX) (BWX) 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 Surabaya. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Juanda International (SUB). instead which will take 4h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Surabaya is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around IDR 1,587,665 ($105).
Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Surabaya
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 4h 20m | IDR 1,587,665($105) | hourly | 1,663km (1,033 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 6h 15m | IDR 3,025,545($200) | once daily | 1,743km (1,083 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 3 days 5h | IDR 1,318,060($88) | once a week | 2,670km (1,659 miles) |
| Bus to Medan, ferry | 3 days 13h | IDR 1,632,595($110) | once daily | 3,508km (2,180 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 3 days 3h | IDR 1,497,795($100) | once daily | 3,420km (2,125 miles) |
| Bus to Medan, ferry and train | 3 days 5h | IDR 1,512,775($100) | once daily | 3,525km (2,190 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 3h | IDR 1,722,465($115) | hourly | 2,052km (1,275 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Padang and Surabaya
Airlines
Lion Mentari Airlines
Batik Air
Garuda Indonesia
PT. Sriwijaya Air
Citilink Indonesia
Train operators
Kereta API
Bus companies
A.L.S
Putra Pelangi
Yanti Group
Kramat Djati
Ferry operators
Batam Jet
Pelni
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Airports near Surabaya
The following major airports near Surabaya offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Juanda International Airport (SUB)
- Distance
- 16km (10 miles) from Surabaya
Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG)
- Distance
- 76km (47 miles) from Surabaya
Blimbingsari Airport (BWX)
- Distance
- 213km (132 miles) from Surabaya