How to travel from Semarang to Padang, Indonesia

The distance between Semarang and Padang is around 1,377km (855 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 40m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Semarang to Padang by plane, 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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Fly

Fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Minangkabau (PDG).

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Flight time2h 50m
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,022,025($135)
Operated by

Batik Air

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Car and Ferry

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

  • Duration23h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    IDR 2,830,835($190)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Semarang and Padang

There are several options for getting from Semarang to Padang by plane, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around IDR 2,022,025 ($135) and will take around 3h 40m.

The distance between Semarang and Padang is around 1,377km (855 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,303km (810 miles)

It takes around 3h 40m to get from Semarang and Padang by plane.

The quickest way to get from Semarang to Padang is to fly which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx IDR 2,022,025 ($135).

The cheapest way to travel between Semarang and Padang is to fly which will typically cost around IDR 2,022,025 ($135) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Semarang and Padang. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 3h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Semarang and Padang. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 3h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Semarang and Padang. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and arrive at Minangkabau (PDG) - via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). The flight takes around 2h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Semarang to Padang. There is however a flight that goes via Soekarno–Hatta (CGK). This services will take at least 3h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Semarang to Padang typically takes around 2h 50m. Flights depart from Ahmad Yani (SRG) and and arrive into Minangkabau (PDG).

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 Semarang to Padang. We recommend that you fly from Ahmad Yani (SRG) to Minangkabau (PDG). instead which will take 3h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Semarang to Padang is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around IDR 2,022,025 ($135).

How do I get from Semarang to Padang

Compare travel optionsbetween Semarang and Padang

Transport options from Semarang to Padang
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 40m
IDR 2,022,025($135)
hourly1,377km (855 miles)
Car and Ferry
23h 20m
IDR 2,830,835($190)
hourly1,709km (1,062 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Semarang and Padang

Airlines

Ferry operators

Airports near Padang

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

PDG
Minangkabau International Airport (PDG)
International Airport
Distance
18km (11 miles) from Padang
PKU
Sultan Syarif Kasim II Airport (PKU)
International Airport
Distance
196km (122 miles) from Padang
FLZ
Ferdinand Lumban Tobing Airport (FLZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
321km (199 miles) from Padang