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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sandakan to Tawau

Composite routes from Sandakan to Tawau

Cheapest
4 h 11 min
Car
312 km.
from $17
Fastest
58 min
Plane

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Malaysia Airlines
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Malaysia Airlines
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40 min
Every day
$31.85–$70.08
Bus operators
Found: 1
Sida Express
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Sida Express
Website
6h 21m
Twice daily
$12.23
+60 198072570
+60 198072570
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sandakan to Tawau is to bus which costs $10.43 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandakan to Tawau is to fly which takes 1h 20m and costs $44.57 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Sandakan and Tawau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stesen Bas Sandakan and arriving at Stesen Bas Express Tawau. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Sandakan to Tawau?

The distance between Sandakan and Tawau is 220 km. The road distance is 319 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandakan to Tawau without a car is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs $10.43 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Sandakan to Tawau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandakan to Tawau bus from?

Sandakan to Tawau bus services, operated by Sida Express, depart from Stesen Bas Sandakan station.

Bus or fly from Sandakan to Tawau?

The best way to get from Sandakan to Tawau is to fly which takes 1h 20m and costs $44.57 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.43 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Sandakan to Tawau bus arrive?

Sandakan to Tawau bus services, operated by Sida Express, arrive at Stesen Bas Express Tawau station.

Can I drive from Sandakan to Tawau?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandakan to Tawau is 319 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Sandakan to Tawau.

Where can I stay near Tawau?

There are 79+ hotels available in Tawau. Prices start at $13.59 per night.
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