What is the cheapest way to get from Penang to Pulau Mabul?

The cheapest way to get from Penang to Pulau Mabul is to fly and bus and ferry which costs RM 550 - RM 1400 and takes 15h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penang to Pulau Mabul?

The fastest way to get from Penang to Pulau Mabul is to fly and Minibus and ferry which takes 10h 21m and costs RM 650 - RM 1800.

How far is it from Penang to Pulau Mabul?

The distance between Penang and Pulau Mabul is 2101 km.

How long does it take to get from Penang to Pulau Mabul?

It takes approximately 10h 21m to get from Penang to Pulau Mabul, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Pulau Mabul?

There are eight+ hotels available in Pulau Mabul.

Penang to Pulau Mabul - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, Minibus, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Penang to Pulau Mabul by plane, bus, ferry, or train

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Fly Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport, Minibus, ferry
best
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane PEN - TWU
2. Take the bus from Tawau Airport to Sempornabus
3. Take the ferry from Semporna Jetty to Pulau Mabulferry
10h 21m
RM 674–1,735
Fly Penang International Airport to Sandakan Airport, bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane PEN - SDK
2. Take the bus from Sandakan Central to Sempornabus
3. Take the ferry from Semporna Jetty to Pulau Mabulferry
15h 5m
RM 562–1,306
Train to Alor Setar, fly to Tawau Airport, Minibus, ferry
1. Take the train from Tasek Gelugor to Anak Bukittrain
2. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane AOR - TWU
3. Take the bus from Tawau Airport to Sempornabus
4. Take the ferry from Semporna Jetty to Pulau Mabulferry
12h 44m
RM 657–2,188

Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tawau Airport (TWU) flights

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5h 55mAverage Duration

RM 528Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Penang to Pulau Mabul.

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Distance: 2,100.6 km
Duration: 10h 21m

What companies run services between Penang, Malaysia and Pulau Mabul, Malaysia?

There is no direct connection from Penang to Pulau Mabul. However, you can fly to Tawau Airport (TWU), walk to Tawau Airport, take the bus to Semporna, walk to Semporna Jetty, then take the ferry to Pulau Mabul. Alternatively, you can fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK), take the taxi to Sandakan Central, take the bus to Semporna, walk to Semporna Jetty, then take the ferry to Pulau Mabul.

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