Transport Information – Getting to Bukit LawangTransport
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To reach Bukit Lawang, you will need to fly to Kualanamu International Airport (Medan – KNO). From Medan, we offer several comfortable and reliable transport options to suit your travel needs.

🚗 Airport Pick-Up Options
Private Car Transfer (Recommended)
We can arrange a private airport pick-up directly from Kualanamu Airport to Bukit Lawang.
- Price: IDR 700,000 per car
- Travel time: Approximately 3–4 hours (depending on traffic)
- The driver will wait for you at the arrival gate holding a sign with your name
- Optional stops for ATM, lunch, or dinner along the way
- Flexible departure time based on your flight arrival
Upon arrival in Bukit Lawang, our staff will assist you with your luggage and escort you to your guesthouse.
Tourist Bus / Shared Car
We can also book a shared tourist bus (6-seat vehicle) operated by a local transport company in Bukit Lawang.
- Price: IDR 210,000 per person
- Pick-up time: Between 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- Latest arrival time at airport: Before 4:00 pm
- If you are the only passenger, the price may increase to IDR 300,000
- Waiting time may occur if other passengers arrive later
This option is budget-friendly and popular among backpackers and solo travelers.
🚕 Drop-Off Options (From Bukit Lawang)
We also organize return transfers from Bukit Lawang to Medan or other destinations.
Private Car Drop-Off
- Same price as pick-up (IDR 700,000 to Medan)
- Flexible departure time
- Drop-off directly at Kualanamu Airport or your hotel in Medan
Other Destinations by Private Car
- Berastagi: IDR 900,000
- Lake Toba: IDR 1,400,000
Tourist Bus / Shared Car (Daily Departures)
Shared transport departs daily at 08:00 am from Bukit Lawang to:
- Medan: IDR 210,000
- Berastagi: IDR 230,000
- Lake Toba: IDR 270,000
We hope this information helps you plan your journey to Sumatra smoothly.
If you have any questions or need assistance arranging transportation, please don’t hesitate to contact us — we are happy to help.
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Transport Information – Getting to Bukit LawangTransport
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