How to travel from Padang to Yogyakarta, Indonesia

The distance between Padang and Yogyakarta is around 1,420km (883 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 55m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Padang to Yogyakarta 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.

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Fly

Fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Yogyakarta (YIA).

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,902,200($125)
Operated by

Batik Air

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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 Yogyakarta Tugu.

  • Duration3 days
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,467,840($100)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Car and Ferry

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

  • Duration24h 50m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    IDR 1,512,775($100)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Padang and Yogyakarta

There are several options for getting from Padang to Yogyakarta by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus, then take a ferry and then take the train which costs around IDR 1,467,840 ($100) and will take around 3 days. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 1,902,200 ($125).

The distance between Padang and Yogyakarta is around 1,420km (883 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,358km (844 miles)

It takes around 4h 55m to get from Padang and Yogyakarta by plane.

The quickest way to get from Padang to Yogyakarta is to fly which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx IDR 1,902,200 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Padang and Yogyakarta is to take the bus, then take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around IDR 1,467,840 ($100) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Padang and Yogyakarta. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Yogyakarta (YIA). instead which will take 4h 55m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Padang and Yogyakarta. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Yogyakarta (YIA). instead which will take 4h 55m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Padang and Yogyakarta. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and arrive at Yogyakarta (YIA) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 3hrs.

There is no direct flight from Padang to Yogyakarta. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 4h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Padang to Yogyakarta typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Minangkabau (PDG) and and arrive into Yogyakarta (YIA).

The closest major airport to Yogyakarta is Adisucipto Airport (JOG) (JOG) which is approximately 23km (14 miles) from Yogyakarta. Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) (YIA) and Adisumarmo International Airport (SOC) (SOC) 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 Yogyakarta. We recommend that you fly from Minangkabau (PDG) to Yogyakarta (YIA). instead which will take 4h 55m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Padang to Yogyakarta is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around IDR 1,902,200 ($125).

How do I get from Padang to Yogyakarta

Compare travel optionsbetween Padang and Yogyakarta

Transport options from Padang to Yogyakarta
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 55m
IDR 1,902,200($125)
hourly1,420km (883 miles)
Plane and Train5hrs
IDR 1,692,510($115)
5 times a day1,502km (933 miles)
Bus and Plane10h 35m
IDR 1,902,200($125)
every 20 mins1,695km (1,053 miles)
Bus, Ferry and Train
3 days
IDR 1,467,840($100)
once daily3,215km (1,998 miles)
Car and Ferry
24h 50m
IDR 1,512,775($100)
hourly1,794km (1,115 miles)

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Airports near Yogyakarta

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

JOG
Adisucipto Airport (JOG)
International Airport
Distance
23km (14 miles) from Yogyakarta
YIA
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
International Airport
Distance
35km (22 miles) from Yogyakarta
SOC
Adisumarmo International Airport (SOC)
International Airport
Distance
67km (41 miles) from Yogyakarta