How to travel from Probolinggo to Padang, Indonesia
The distance between Probolinggo and Padang is around 1,743km (1,083 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 25m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Probolinggo to Padang by train, plane, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Padang → Probolinggo if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Lawang then fly from Malang (MLG) to Minangkabau (PDG).
- Duration6h 25m
- Flight time3h 10m
- Typical costIDR 3,594,710($240)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Car and Ferry
Drive to Merak then take a ferry to Bakauheni Port then drive to Padang.
- Duration1 day 4h
- Departshourly
- Typical costIDR 3,534,795($235)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Probolinggo and Padang
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Probolinggo to Padang by train, plane, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around IDR 2,636,120 ($175) and will take around 10hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 6h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately IDR 3,594,710 ($240).
The distance between Probolinggo and Padang is around 1,743km (1,083 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,628km (1,012 miles)
It takes around 6h 25m to get from Probolinggo and Padang by train and plane.
The quickest way to get from Probolinggo to Padang is to take the train and then fly which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx IDR 3,594,710 ($240).
The cheapest way to travel between Probolinggo and Padang is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around IDR 2,636,120 ($175) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Probolinggo and Padang. We recommend that you take the train to Lawang then fly from Malang (MLG) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Probolinggo and Padang. We recommend that you take the train to Lawang then fly from Malang (MLG) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Probolinggo to Padang. We recommend that you take the train to Lawang then fly from Malang (MLG) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 6h 25m.
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 Probolinggo to Padang. We recommend that you take the train to Lawang then fly from Malang (MLG) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 6h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Probolinggo to Padang is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 6h 25m and will usually cost around IDR 3,594,710 ($240).
Compare travel optionsbetween Probolinggo and Padang
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 3 similar | 6h 25m | IDR 3,594,710($240) | once daily | 1,750km (1,087 miles) |
| Train to Waru, Fly | 6h 30m | IDR 3,190,305($215) | once daily | 1,743km (1,083 miles) |
| Train to Rogojampi, Fly | 7h 55m | IDR 3,010,570($200) | 5 times a day | 2,023km (1,257 miles) |
| Train to Solo Balapan, Fly | 10hrs | IDR 2,636,120($175) | every 20 mins | 1,788km (1,111 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 4h | IDR 3,534,795($235) | hourly | 2,134km (1,326 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Probolinggo and Padang
Airlines
Citilink Indonesia
Batik Air
Garuda Indonesia
Lion Mentari Airlines
Train operators
Kereta API
Ferry operators
ASDP Indonesia Ferry
Airports near Padang
The following major airports near Padang offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Indonesia and internationally.
Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
- Distance
- 18km (11 miles) from Padang
Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport (PKU)
- Distance
- 196km (122 miles) from Padang
Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ)
- Distance
- 321km (199 miles) from Padang