What is the cheapest way to get from Kuching to Penampang?

The cheapest way to get from Kuching to Penampang is to drive which costs RM 180 - RM 280 and takes 15h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuching to Penampang?

The fastest way to get from Kuching to Penampang is to fly which takes 1h 44m and costs RM 270 - RM 900.

Is there a direct bus between Kuching and Penampang?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuching to Penampang. However, there are services departing from Kuching and arriving at KK Sentral via Sarawak, Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal and Lawas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 44m.

How far is it from Kuching to Penampang?

The distance between Kuching and Penampang is 822 km. The road distance is 1109.1 km.

How do I travel from Kuching to Penampang without a car?

The best way to get from Kuching to Penampang without a car is to bus which takes 32h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kuching to Penampang?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Kuching to Penampang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuching to Penampang bus from?

Kuching to Penampang bus services, operated by Eva Express, depart from Kuching station.

Bus or fly from Kuching to Penampang?

The best way to get from Kuching to Penampang is to fly which takes 1h 44m and costs RM 270 - RM 900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 32h 44m.

Where does the Kuching to Penampang bus arrive?

Kuching to Penampang bus services, operated by Eva Express, arrive at Bintulu station.

Can I drive from Kuching to Penampang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuching to Penampang is 1109 km. It takes approximately 15h 21m to drive from Kuching to Penampang.

Where can I stay near Penampang?

There are 1184+ hotels available in Penampang.

Kuching to Penampang - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kuching to Penampang by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)plane KCH - BKI
1h 44m
RM 271–873
Drive 1,109.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kuching to Penampangcar 1,109.1 km
15h 21m
RM 188–272
Bus, drive, train
1. Take the bus from Kuching to Bintulubus
2. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawanbus
3. Drive from Malay Technology Museum to Lawascar
4. Take the bus from Lawas to Beaufortbus
5. Take the train from Beaufort Station to Putatan Stationtrain
24h 20m
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Kuching to Bintulubus
2. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawanbus
3. Drive from Bandar Seri Begawan to Limbangcar
4. Take the bus from Limbang to Kota Kinabalubus
24h 22m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kuching to Bintulubus
2. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawanbus
3. Take the bus from Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal to Lawasbus
4. Take the bus from Lawas to KK Sentralbus
32h 44m
Bus via Sarikei
1. Take the bus from Kuching to Sarikeibus
2. Take the bus from Sarikei to Bintulubus
3. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawanbus
4. Take the bus from Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal to Lawasbus
5. Take the bus from Lawas to KK Sentralbus
33h 39m

Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) flights

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 822 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Kuching, Malaysia and Penampang, Malaysia?

AirAsia and MASwings fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kuching to Penampang via Bintulu, Sarawak, Bandar Seri Begawan, Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal, Lawas, and KK Sentral in around 32h 44m.

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