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

The cheapest way to get from Kuching to Sandakan is to drive which costs RM 240 - RM 350 and takes 19h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuching to Sandakan is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs RM 500 - RM 1100.

Is there a direct bus between Kuching and Sandakan?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuching to Sandakan. However, there are services departing from Kuching and arriving at Sandakan via Sarikei, Sarawak, Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal, Lawas and Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 1m.

How far is it from Kuching to Sandakan?

The distance between Kuching and Sandakan is 1008 km. The road distance is 1418.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuching to Sandakan without a car is to bus which takes 42h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Kuching to Sandakan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuching to Sandakan bus from?

Kuching to Sandakan bus services, operated by Bintang Jaya Express, depart from Kuching station.

Bus or fly from Kuching to Sandakan?

The best way to get from Kuching to Sandakan is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs RM 500 - RM 1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 42h 1m.

Where does the Kuching to Sandakan bus arrive?

Kuching to Sandakan bus services, operated by Bintang Jaya Express, arrive at Sarikei station.

Can I drive from Kuching to Sandakan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuching to Sandakan is 1418 km. It takes approximately 19h 28m to drive from Kuching to Sandakan.

Where can I stay near Sandakan?

There are 211+ hotels available in Sandakan.

Kuching to Sandakan - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kuching to Sandakan by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane KCH - SDK
3h 31m
RM 526–1,068
Drive 1,418.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kuching to Sandakancar 1,418.2 km
19h 28m
RM 241–347
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
5. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sandakanbus
32h 44m
Bus
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
6. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sandakanbus
42h 1m

Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Sandakan Airport (SDK) flights

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5h 31mAverage Duration

RM 451Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,008.3 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and Firefly fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Sandakan Airport (SDK) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kuching to Sandakan via Sarikei, Bintulu, Sarawak, Bandar Seri Begawan, Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal, Lawas, KK Sentral, and Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam in around 42h 1m.

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