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20 h 54 min
1519 km.
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Sandakan, Malaysia → Kuching, Malaysia

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Three ways to Travel from Sandakan to Kuching

Composite routes from Sandakan to Kuching

Cheapest
20 h 54 min
Car
1519 km.
from $83
Other
20 h 54 min
Rideshare
1519 km.
from $19.81
34 h 42 min
984 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Website:
malaysiaairlines.com/hq/en.html
Plane from Sandakan Airport to Kuching
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$34.40–$127.41

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Sandakan Airport to Kuching
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.45–$242.09

Firefly

Website:
fireflyz.com.my/
Plane from Sandakan Airport to Kuching
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$34.40–$127.41

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 Bandar Seri Begawan to Sarawak
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily

Sipitang Express

Phone:
088-751722
Email:
Website:
sipitangexpress.com.my/?route-destination
Bus from KK Sentral to Bandar
Ave. Duration:
7h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.01

_EVA_EXPRESS201904291439

Phone:
+6082 - 462200
Email:
Website:
evaexpress.net/#
Bus from Bintulu to Kuching
Ave. Duration:
11h 28m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$21.58

Sida Express

Phone:
+60 198072570
Website:
facebook.com/SIDAexpress/
Bus from Sandakan to Kota
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.19

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sandakan to Kuching is to fly which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandakan to Kuching is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $52.17 - $184.78 .

How far is it from Sandakan to Kuching?

The distance between Sandakan and Kuching is 1009 km. The road distance is 1519.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandakan to Kuching without a car is to bus which takes 34h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Sandakan to Kuching, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Sandakan to Kuching?

The best way to get from Sandakan to Kuching is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $52.17 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 34h 42m.

Can I drive from Sandakan to Kuching?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandakan to Kuching is 1519 km. It takes approximately 21h to drive from Sandakan to Kuching.

Where can I stay near Kuching?

There are 953+ hotels available in Kuching. Prices start at $11.13 per night.
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