To reach Sibolga from Pamijahan, travel to Jakarta and fly to Kualanamu International Airport (KNO) in Medan. From there, take a bus or taxi to Sibolga. The total travel time is about 5 hours. Sibolga is a coastal city and the main gateway for ferries to Nias Island.
Total Distance: Driving distance 100 km to airport + 1,500 km air distance.
The bus from Medan to Sibolga takes 4 hours.
March to September for dry weather.