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Getting Around North Sumatra
Tourist Bus & Private Transport Easy journeys to and from Bukit Lawang
Travel comfortably between Medan, Bukit Lawang, Berastagi and Lake Toba with shared tourist transport or a private air-conditioned vehicle arranged by Bukit Lawang Travel.
Shared when you want value. Private when you want flexibility.
Whether you are arriving at Kuala Namu International Airport, continuing your journey through North Sumatra or heading home after your rainforest adventure, we can help arrange practical and comfortable transport.
Tourist Bus
A budget-friendly shared air-conditioned vehicle with other travelers heading in the same direction. Ideal for solo travelers and couples.
Private Transport
Travel directly on your own schedule with a private air-conditioned vehicle and convenient hotel or guesthouse pick-up and drop-off.
Shared transport
Tourist Bus
Our tourist transport offers a comfortable option for travelers looking for an affordable shared journey between Bukit Lawang and popular destinations across North Sumatra.
Medan Airport → Bukit Lawang
230,000 IDR / person
Pick-up
Approximately 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Travel time
Approximately 3–4 hours depending on traffic
Vehicle
Shared tourist car / minivan
Solo traveler
450,000 IDR if you are the only passenger
Because this is shared transport, you may need to wait
for other passengers arriving at the airport or being
collected in Medan.
Bukit Lawang → Medan Airport
Shared
Departure
08:30 am from Bukit Lawang
Flight time
We recommend flights departing after 2:30 pm
Travel time
Allow approximately 3–4 hours plus traffic
Always allow extra time for traffic when planning
your flight from Medan.
Bukit Lawang ↔ Berastagi
250,000 IDR / person
Departure
08:00 am from Bukit Lawang
Travel time
Approximately 3–4 hours
Return
Contact us for Berastagi → Bukit Lawang departure times
Bukit Lawang ↔ Lake Toba
290,000 IDR / person
Destination
Parapat Harbor
Departure
08:00 am from Bukit Lawang
Travel time
Approximately 8–9 hours
Return
Contact us for Lake Toba → Bukit Lawang departure times
More comfort & flexibility
Private Transport
Private transportation is ideal for families, groups and travelers who prefer a direct journey without waiting for other passengers.
Private car
Air-conditioned vehicle
Door to door
Hotel or guesthouse service
Useful stops
ATM or money changer on request
Local driver
Bahasa Indonesia & some English
Medan Airport → Bukit Lawang
750,000 IDR / car
- Up to 4–5 people with luggage
- Approximately 3–5 hours
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Direct pick-up from Kuala Namu Airport
- Drop-off at your Bukit Lawang accommodation
Bukit Lawang → Berastagi
850,000 IDR / car
- Up to 6 people
- Approximately 5 hours
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Flexible departure time
- Hotel-to-hotel transport
Bukit Lawang → Lake Toba
1,450,000 IDR / car
- Up to 6 people
- Approximately 8–9 hours
- Destination: Parapat Harbor
- Optional stop at Sipiso-Piso Waterfall
- Optional stop at Berastagi Fruit Market
Traveling with a larger group? Contact us and we can arrange
a larger vehicle and provide the appropriate fare.
Need transport to or from Bukit Lawang?
Tell us your arrival date, destination, number of travelers and preferred transport option. We will help arrange a smooth journey through North Sumatra.
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