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Tawau to Tenom

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5 h 41 min
380 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Tawau to Tenom

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Cheapest
By car (380 km)
5 h 41 min
380 km.
from $20
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Plane from Tawau (Tawau Airport)
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Rideshare
5 h 41 min
380 km.
from $14.46
Plane, Taxi
3 h 20 min
236 km.
from $162.67
Bus, Train (Bus)
15 h 16 min
236 km.
from $5.43
Bus
15 h 23 min
236 km.
from $29.48
Bus, Train (Bus)
16 h 35 min
236 km.
from $25.08

Transport providers

Airlines

Malindo Airways

Website:
malindoair.com/
Plane from Tawau Airport to Kota
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$76.45

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Tawau Airport to Kota
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$82.82

Firefly

Website:
fireflyz.com.my/
Plane from Tawau Airport to Kota
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.76–$56.06

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

TransTedar Express

Phone:
+60 88-440 337
Website:
transtedar.com/
Bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Kota
Ave. Duration:
11h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81

Sairah Express

Phone:
+6089 774 328
Website:
easybook.com/bus/operator/sairah-express?source=rome2rio
Bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Papar
Ave. Duration:
9h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.51
Bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Sipitang
Ave. Duration:
10h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.41

Train operators

Sabah State Railway

Phone:
088-279300
Email:
Website:
railway.sabah.gov.my/
Train from Papar Station to Beaufort
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
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 Tawau to Tenom?

The cheapest way to get from Tawau to Tenom is to drive which costs $15.22 - $22.83 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tawau to Tenom is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 20m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Tawau and Tenom?

No, there is no direct bus from Tawau to Tenom. However, there are services departing from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah and arriving at Tenom, Sabah, Malaysia via Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 23m.

How far is it from Tawau to Tenom?

The distance between Tawau and Tenom is 456 km. The road distance is 380.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tawau to Tenom without a car is to bus and train via Papar which takes 15h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Tawau to Tenom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tawau to Tenom bus from?

Tawau to Tenom bus services, operated by TransTedar Express, depart from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah station.

Where does the Tawau to Tenom bus arrive?

Tawau to Tenom bus services, operated by TransTedar Express, arrive at Kota Kinabalu station.

Can I drive from Tawau to Tenom?

Yes, the driving distance between Tawau to Tenom is 380 km. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Tawau to Tenom.

Where can I stay near Tenom?

There are one+ hotels available in Tenom. Prices start at $0.00 per night.
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