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

The cheapest way to get from Lawas to Sandakan is to drive which costs RM 80 - RM 120 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lawas to Sandakan is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs RM 160 - RM 600.

Is there a direct bus between Lawas and Sandakan?

No, there is no direct bus from Lawas to Sandakan. However, there are services departing from Lawas and arriving at Sandakan via Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 33m.

How far is it from Lawas to Sandakan?

The distance between Lawas and Sandakan is 403 km. The road distance is 491.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lawas to Sandakan without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 30m and costs RM 90 - RM 300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Lawas to Sandakan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lawas to Sandakan bus from?

Lawas to Sandakan bus services, operated by Sipitang Express, depart from Lawas station.

Bus or fly from Lawas to Sandakan?

The best way to get from Lawas to Sandakan is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs RM 160 - RM 600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 95 - RM 300 and takes 13h 33m.

Where does the Lawas to Sandakan bus arrive?

Lawas to Sandakan bus services, operated by Sipitang Express, arrive at KK Sentral station.

Can I drive from Lawas to Sandakan?

Yes, the driving distance between Lawas to Sandakan is 492 km. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Lawas to Sandakan.

Where can I stay near Sandakan?

There are 213+ hotels available in Sandakan.

Lawas to Sandakan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lawas to Sandakan by bus, train, plane, or car

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Bus, train to Kota Kinabalu Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Lawas to Beaufortbus
2. Take the train from Beaufort Station to Putatan Stationtrain
3. Fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane BKI - SDK
5h 44m
RM 170–330
Drive 491.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lawas to Sandakancar 491.6 km
6h 40m
RM 84–121
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lawas to Beaufortbus
2. Take the train from Beaufort Station to Tanjung Aru Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sandakanbus
12h 30m
RM 92–293
Fly from Lawas
1. Fly from Lawas (LWY) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane LWY - SDK
4h 8m
RM 168–571
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lawas to KK Sentralbus Kota / ...
2. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sandakanbus
13h 33m
RM 96–293

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Sandakan Airport (SDK) flights

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46 minAverage Duration

RM 119Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lawas to Sandakan.

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Distance: 402.8 km
Duration: 5h 44m

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

MASwings and AirAsia fly from Lawas (LWY) to Sandakan Airport (SDK) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lawas to Sandakan via KK Sentral and Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam in around 13h 33m.

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