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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia → Tenom, Malaysia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom

Composite routes from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

Local Minibus Malaysia

Bus from Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal to Tenom,
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.33–$7.01

Train operators

Sabah State Railway

Phone:
088-279300
Website:
railway.sabah.gov.my/
Train from Sembulan Station to Beaufort
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.09
Train from Beaufort Station to Tenom
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.09

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom?

The cheapest way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom is to train which costs $3.57 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom?

The fastest way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $5.43 - $8.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Kota Kinabalu and Tenom?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal and arriving at Tenom, Sabah, Malaysia. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Kota Kinabalu and Tenom?

No, there is no direct train from Kota Kinabalu station to Tenom station. However, there are services departing from Sembulan Station and arriving at Tenom Station via Beaufort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom?

The distance between Kota Kinabalu and Tenom is 139 km. The road distance is 140.4 km.

How do I travel from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom without a car?

The best way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom without a car is to Minivan which takes 3h and costs $3.70 - $5.98 .

How long does it take to get from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom?

The Minivan from Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal to Tenom, Sabah, Malaysia takes 3h including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kota Kinabalu to Tenom bus from?

Kota Kinabalu to Tenom bus services, operated by Local Minibus Malaysia, depart from Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kota Kinabalu to Tenom train from?

Kota Kinabalu to Tenom train services, operated by Sabah State Railway, depart from Sembulan Station.

Train or bus from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom?

The best way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom is to Minivan which takes 3h and costs $3.70 - $5.98 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3.57 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Kota Kinabalu to Tenom bus arrive?

Kota Kinabalu to Tenom bus services, operated by Local Minibus Malaysia, arrive at Tenom, Sabah, Malaysia station.

Where does the Kota Kinabalu to Tenom train arrive?

Kota Kinabalu to Tenom train services, operated by Sabah State Railway, arrive at Beaufort Station.

Can I drive from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom?

Yes, the driving distance between Kota Kinabalu to Tenom is 140 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom.

Where can I stay near Tenom?

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