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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tenom to Tawau

Composite routes from Tenom to Tawau

Cheapest
5 h 33 min
Car
379 km.
from $20
Other
3 h 19 min
Taxi, Plane
236 km.
from $157.76
15 h 23 min
236 km.
from $28.50

Transport providers

Airlines

Malindo Airways

Website:
malindoair.com/
Plane from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tawau
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.71–$140.16

AirAsia

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

Firefly

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

Bus operators

Local Minibus Malaysia

Bus from Tenom, Sabah, Malaysia to Kota
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.20–$6.37

TransTedar Express

Phone:
+60 88-440 337
Website:
transtedar.com/
Bus from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Ave. Duration:
11h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.32

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Tenom to Tawau is to drive which costs $14.13 - $21.74 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tenom to Tawau is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $86.96 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Tenom and Tawau?

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

How far is it from Tenom to Tawau?

The distance between Tenom and Tawau is 455 km. The road distance is 380.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tenom to Tawau without a car is to Minivan and bus which takes 15h 23m and costs $18.48 - $20.65 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Tenom to Tawau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tenom to Tawau bus from?

Tenom to Tawau bus services, operated by Local Minibus Malaysia, depart from Tenom, Sabah, Malaysia station.

Where does the Tenom to Tawau bus arrive?

Tenom to Tawau bus services, operated by Local Minibus Malaysia, arrive at Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Tenom to Tawau?

Yes, the driving distance between Tenom to Tawau is 381 km. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Tenom to Tawau.

Where can I stay near Tawau?

There are 80+ hotels available in Tawau. Prices start at $13.20 per night.
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