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

The cheapest way to get from Lawas to Tawau is to drive which costs RM 80 - RM 120 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lawas to Tawau is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs RM 220 - RM 850.

Is there a direct bus between Lawas and Tawau?

No, there is no direct bus from Lawas to Tawau. However, there are services departing from Lawas and arriving at Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah via Kota Kinabalu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 24m.

How far is it from Lawas to Tawau?

The distance between Lawas and Tawau is 488 km. The road distance is 492.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lawas to Tawau without a car is to bus and train which takes 16h 7m and costs RM 130 - RM 180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Lawas to Tawau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lawas to Tawau bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lawas to Tawau?

The best way to get from Lawas to Tawau is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs RM 220 - RM 850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 120 - RM 160 and takes 17h 24m.

Where does the Lawas to Tawau bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lawas to Tawau?

Yes, the driving distance between Lawas to Tawau is 493 km. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Lawas to Tawau.

Where can I stay near Tawau?

There are 109+ hotels available in Tawau.

Lawas to Tawau - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lawas to Tawau 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 Tawau Airport (TWU)plane BKI - TWU
6h 3m
RM 196–416
Drive 492.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lawas to Tawaucar 492.7 km
7h 9m
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 to Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indahbus
16h 7m
RM 135–175
Fly from Lawas
1. Fly from Lawas (LWY) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane LWY - TWU
3h 12m
RM 227–811
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lawas to KK Sentralbus Kota / ...
2. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indahbus
17h 24m
RM 123–160
Bus via Limbang
1. Take the bus from Lawas to Limbangbus
2. Take the bus from Limbang to Kota Kinabalubus
3. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indahbus
18h 59m
RM 141–222

Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Tawau Airport (TWU) flights

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Distance: 488.2 km
Duration: 6h 3m

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

MASwings and AirAsia fly from Lawas (LWY) to Tawau Airport (TWU) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lawas to Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah via KK Sentral and Kota Kinabalu in around 17h 24m.

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