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How to Travel from

Tawau Airport to Kota Kinabalu

by Plane, Rideshare or Car

Tawau Airport
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Transport providers

Airlines

Malindo Airways

Website:
malindoair.com/
Plane from Tawau Airport to Kota
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.77–$89.19

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Tawau Airport to Kota
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$17.84–$82.82

Firefly

Website:
fireflyz.com.my/
Plane from Tawau Airport to Kota
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$25.48–$54.79

Bus operators

Local Minibus Malaysia

Bus from Tawau Airport to Semporna
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.84
Bus from Semporna to Tawau
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.54

Sentosa Express Sabah

Website:
facebook.com/SentosaExpressSabah/
Bus from Semporna to Kota
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.16

Dyana Express

Phone:
+6088 389 997, +6016 831 65 65
Website:
easybook.com/en-ph/bus/operator/dyana-express?source=rome2rio
Bus from Semporna to Kota
Ave. Duration:
11h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81
Bus from Semporna to Kunak
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Kunak to Kota
Ave. Duration:
9h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81

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:
$17.32

Sabariah Express

Phone:
+60 10-785 5532
Website:
easybook.com/bus/operator/sabariah-express?source=rome2rio
Bus from Semporna to Kunak
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.06

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest way to get from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu is to Minibus and bus via Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah which costs $24.48 and takes 16h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu?

The fastest way to get from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu is to fly which takes 56 min and costs $19.57 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Tawau Airport (TWU) and Kota Kinabalu?

No, there is no direct bus from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu. However, there are services departing from Tawau Airport and arriving at Kota Kinabalu via Semporna and Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 13m.

How far is it from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu?

The distance between Tawau Airport (TWU) and Kota Kinabalu is 297 km. The road distance is 521.8 km.

How do I travel from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu without a car?

The best way to get from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu without a car is to Minibus and bus which takes 13h 43m and costs $23.91 - $30.43 .

How long does it take to get from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu?

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu bus from?

Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu bus services, operated by Local Minibus Malaysia, depart from Tawau Airport station.

Bus or fly from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu?

The best way to get from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu is to fly which takes 56 min and costs $19.57 - $48.91 . Alternatively, you can Minibus and bus, which costs $23.91 - $30.43 and takes 13h 43m.

Where does the Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu bus arrive?

Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu bus services, operated by Local Minibus Malaysia, arrive at Semporna station.

Can I drive from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu?

Yes, the driving distance between Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu is 522 km. It takes approximately 6h 50m to drive from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I stay near Kota Kinabalu?

There are 1254+ hotels available in Kota Kinabalu. Prices start at $26.93 per night.
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