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Pontianak to Sandakan

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24 h 48 min
1769 km.
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Pontianak, Indonesia → Sandakan, Malaysia

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Four ways to Travel from Pontianak to Sandakan

Composite routes from Pontianak to Sandakan

Cheapest
24 h 48 min
Car
1769 km.
from $97
Other
24 h 48 min
Rideshare
1769 km.
from $23.07
11 h 57 min
Bus, Plane
1174 km.
from $136.09
32 h 51 min
1173 km.
from $178.63

Transport providers

Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Website:
malaysiaairlines.com/hq/en.html
Plane from Kuching International Airport to Sandakan
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.58–$305.71

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Kuching International Airport to Sandakan
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$76.43–$242.02

Bus operators

DAMRI Angkutan Antar Lintas Batas Negara (ALBN)

Website:
facebook.com/pages/category/Travel-Company/Al-Baraka-Travel-Service-Sdn-Bhd-325856594569478/
Bus from Pontianak to Bandar
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$83.80

Sipitang Express

Phone:
088-751722
Email:
Website:
sipitangexpress.com.my/?route-destination
Bus from Bandar Seri Begawan to KK
Ave. Duration:
7h 17m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.89

Bintang Jaya Express

Phone:
+6 082 531 133
Email:
Website:
easybook.com/bus/operator/bintang-jaya-express-sdn-bhd?source=rome2rio
Bus from Pontianak to Kuching
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74

Sida Express

Phone:
+60 198072570
Website:
facebook.com/SIDAexpress/
Bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sandakan
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Pontianak to Sandakan?

The cheapest way to get from Pontianak to Sandakan is to bus and fly which costs $51.09 - $173.91 and takes 11h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontianak to Sandakan?

The fastest way to get from Pontianak to Sandakan is to bus and fly which takes 11h 57m and costs $51.09 - $173.91 .

How far is it from Pontianak to Sandakan?

The distance between Pontianak and Sandakan is 1314 km. The road distance is 1749.9 km.

How do I travel from Pontianak to Sandakan without a car?

The best way to get from Pontianak to Sandakan without a car is to bus which takes 32h 51m and costs $118.48 - $120.65 .

How long does it take to get from Pontianak to Sandakan?

It takes approximately 11h 57m to get from Pontianak to Sandakan, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Pontianak and Sandakan?

Sandakan is 1h ahead of Pontianak. It is currently 14:30 in Pontianak and 15:30 in Sandakan.

Can I drive from Pontianak to Sandakan?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontianak to Sandakan is 1750 km. It takes approximately 24h 25m to drive from Pontianak to Sandakan.

Where can I stay near Sandakan?

There are 197+ hotels available in Sandakan. Prices start at $4.30 per night.
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