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

The cheapest way to get from Penampang to Tawau is to drive which costs RM 70 - RM 110 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penampang to Tawau is to fly which takes 1h 28m and costs RM 190 - RM 360.

Is there a direct bus between Penampang and Tawau?

No, there is no direct bus from Penampang to Tawau. However, there are services departing from Kota Kinabalu and arriving at Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 19m.

How far is it from Penampang to Tawau?

The distance between Penampang and Tawau is 330 km. The road distance is 442.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Penampang to Tawau without a car is to bus which takes 11h 19m and costs RM 130 - RM 170.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Penampang to Tawau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penampang to Tawau bus from?

Penampang to Tawau bus services, operated by TransTedar Express, depart from Kota Kinabalu station.

Bus or fly from Penampang to Tawau?

The best way to get from Penampang to Tawau is to fly which takes 1h 28m and costs RM 190 - RM 360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 130 - RM 170 and takes 11h 19m.

Where does the Penampang to Tawau bus arrive?

Penampang to Tawau bus services, operated by TransTedar Express, arrive at Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah station.

Can I drive from Penampang to Tawau?

Yes, the driving distance between Penampang to Tawau is 443 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Penampang to Tawau.

Where can I stay near Tawau?

There are 110+ hotels available in Tawau.

Penampang to Tawau - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Penampang to Tawau by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane BKI - TWU
1h 28m
RM 196–356
Drive 442.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Penampang to Tawaucar 442.5 km
6h 35m
RM 75–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indahbus
11h 19m
RM 131–166
Bus via Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam
1. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Tawaubus
11h 21m
RM 99–170

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

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Distance: 330.3 km
Duration: 1h 28m

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

AirAsia and Malindo Airways fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Tawau Airport (TWU) every 3 hours. Alternatively, TransTedar Express operates a bus from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah once daily. Tickets cost RM 100–130 and the journey takes 11h 8m.

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