What is the cheapest way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu?

The cheapest way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu is to train and drive and bus which costs RM 150 - RM 300 and takes 16h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu?

The fastest way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu is to fly which takes 1h 40m and costs RM 470 - RM 950.

Is there a direct bus between Kota Kinabalu and Sibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu. However, there are services departing from Kota Kinabalu and arriving at Sibu via Limbang, Bandar Seri Begawan and Bintulu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 4m.

How far is it from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu?

The distance between Kota Kinabalu and Sibu is 640 km. The road distance is 810.1 km.

How do I travel from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu without a car?

The best way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu without a car is to bus which takes 22h 4m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kota Kinabalu to Sibu bus from?

Kota Kinabalu to Sibu bus services, operated by Sipitang Express, depart from Kota Kinabalu station.

Bus or fly from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu?

The best way to get from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu is to fly which takes 1h 40m and costs RM 470 - RM 950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 22h 4m.

Where does the Kota Kinabalu to Sibu bus arrive?

Kota Kinabalu to Sibu bus services, operated by Sipitang Express, arrive at Limbang station.

Can I drive from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kota Kinabalu to Sibu is 810 km. It takes approximately 11h 1m to drive from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu.

Where can I stay near Sibu?

There are 165+ hotels available in Sibu.

Kota Kinabalu to Sibu - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Sibu Airport (SBW)plane BKI - SBW
1h 40m
RM 473–932
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu to Limbangbus
2. Drive from Limbang to Seria Bus Terminalcar
3. Drive from Kuala Belait Bus Terminal to Miricar
4. Take the bus from Miri to Sibubus
16h 21m
RM 156–322
Drive 810.1 km
1. Drive from Kota Kinabalu to Sibucar 810.1 km
11h 1m
RM 320–462
Train, drive, bus
1. Take the train from Sembulan Station to Beaufort Stationtrain
2. Drive from Beaufort Station to Pantai Mentiri Golf Clubcar
3. Take the bus from Bandar Seri Begawan to Seria Bus Terminalbus
4. Drive from Seria Bus Terminal to Miricar
5. Take the bus from Miri to Sibubus
16h 24m
RM 159–297
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu to Limbangbus
2. Take the bus from Limbang to Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Bandar Seri Begawan to Sarawakbus
4. Take the bus from Bintulu to Sibubus
22h 4m
Bus via Lawas
1. Take the bus from KK Sentral to Lawasbus
2. Take the bus from Lawas to Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Bandar Seri Begawan to Sarawakbus
4. Take the bus from Bintulu to Sibubus
26h 49m

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Sibu Airport (SBW) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 639.7 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia and Sibu, Malaysia?

AirAsia flies from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Sibu Airport (SBW) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kota Kinabalu to Sibu via Limbang, Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal, Bandar Seri Begawan, Sarawak, and Bintulu in around 22h 4m.

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