A Journey Through History at Gapura Batas Sumatera Utara dan Sumatera Barat

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from Medan, take the Jalan Lintas Sumatera route (Route 2) towards West Sumatra. Continue on this road for approximately 250 km. You will pass through several towns including Binjai, Stabat, and Padang Sidempuan. Keep an eye out for signs indicating 'Batahan' as you approach the border between North Sumatra and West Sumatra. Once you reach C9WJ+G59, Jl. Lintas Sumbar, you will find the Gapura Batas Sumatera Utara dan Sumatera Barat located in Batahan, Kec. Ranah Batahan, Kabupaten Pasaman Barat.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Gapura Batas Sumatera Utara dan Sumatera Barat via public transport, first head to the Medan Bus Terminal. From there, take a bus heading to Padang or Bukittinggi. The buses typically leave every 30 minutes. Inform the driver or conductor that you want to get off at Batahan. The journey takes approximately 6-8 hours depending on traffic. Once you arrive in Batahan, Gapura Batas is a short taxi ride away. Expect to pay around IDR 30,000-50,000 for the taxi.

• Ride-Sharing Services

  Utilize ride-sharing apps like Gojek or Grab to reach Gapura Batas Sumatera Utara dan Sumatera Barat. If you are in major cities in North Sumatra, such as Medan, you can book a ride to the location directly. This option is convenient but might be more expensive compared to public transportation. Costs can range from IDR 300,000 to IDR 500,000 depending on the distance and traffic conditions.