Dumai to Padang by bus
Padang lies 315 km (196 mi) south-west of Dumai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 54 min including stops, over roughly 384 km (239 mi) of road.
| Dumai | Padang | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Indonesia |
| Population | 349,389 | 942,938 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) | UTC+7 (Asia/Jakarta) |
Where to book buses from Dumai to Padang
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Staying in Padang
Our booking partner lists 170 places to stay in Padang. Of the 147 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (85). Across 21 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.7 out of 10. Guests have left 5,801 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Padang from Dumai?
315 km (196 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Dumai; by road roughly 384 km (239 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dumai to Padang by bus?
About 5 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dumai and Padang?
No, both are on Asia/Jakarta at the moment.
Where can I stay in Padang?
Our booking partner lists 170 places to stay in Padang, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.