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

The cheapest way to get from Medan to Sandakan is to train and fly which costs RM 380 - RM 1300 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Medan to Sandakan is to train and fly which takes 10h 15m and costs RM 380 - RM 1300.

How far is it from Medan to Sandakan?

The distance between Medan and Sandakan is 2194 km.

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

It takes approximately 10h 15m to get from Medan to Sandakan, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Medan and Sandakan?

Sandakan is 1h ahead of Medan. It is currently 7:24 PM in Medan and 8:24 PM in Sandakan.

Where can I stay near Sandakan?

There are 215+ hotels available in Sandakan.

Medan to Sandakan - one way to travel via train, and plane

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There is 1 way to get from Medan to Sandakan by train or plane

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1. Take the train from Medan to Kuala Namutrain
2. Fly from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane KNO - SDK
10h 15m
RM 383–1,245

Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Sandakan Airport (SDK) flights

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5h 58mAverage Duration

RM 355Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,194.2 km
Duration: 10h 15m

What companies run services between Medan, Indonesia and Sandakan, Malaysia?

There is no direct connection from Medan to Sandakan. However, you can take the train to Kuala Namu, walk to Kuala-Namu-Airport-KNO airport, fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK), then take the taxi to Sandakan.

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