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

The cheapest way to get from Sandakan to Bintulu is to drive which costs RM 350 - RM 550 and takes 12h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandakan to Bintulu is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs RM 280 - RM 1200.

Is there a direct bus between Sandakan and Bintulu?

No, there is no direct bus from Sandakan to Bintulu. However, there are services departing from Sandakan and arriving at Sarawak via KK Sentral, Lawas and Bandar Seri Begawan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 29m.

How far is it from Sandakan to Bintulu?

The distance between Sandakan and Bintulu is 661 km. The road distance is 898.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandakan to Bintulu without a car is to bus which takes 30h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Sandakan to Bintulu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandakan to Bintulu bus from?

Sandakan to Bintulu bus services, operated by Sida Express, depart from Sandakan station.

Bus or fly from Sandakan to Bintulu?

The best way to get from Sandakan to Bintulu is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs RM 280 - RM 1200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 30h 29m.

Where does the Sandakan to Bintulu bus arrive?

Sandakan to Bintulu bus services, operated by Sida Express, arrive at Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam station.

Can I drive from Sandakan to Bintulu?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandakan to Bintulu is 899 km. It takes approximately 12h 43m to drive from Sandakan to Bintulu.

Where can I stay near Bintulu?

There are 92+ hotels available in Bintulu.

Sandakan to Bintulu - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sandakan to Bintulu by plane, bus, or car

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1. Fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Bintulu Airport (BTU)plane SDK - BTU
5h 24m
RM 284–1,154
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanambus
2. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu to Limbangbus
3. Drive from Limbang to Bandar Seri Begawancar
4. Take the bus from Bandar Seri Begawan to Sarawakbus
22h 40m
Drive 898.5 km
1. Drive from Sandakan to Bintulucar 898.5 km
12h 43m
RM 355–512
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sandakan to Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanambus
2. Take the bus from KK Sentral to Lawasbus
3. Take the bus from Lawas to Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Bandar Seri Begawan to Sarawakbus
30h 29m

Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Bintulu Airport (BTU) flights

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7h 28mAverage Duration

RM 245Cheapest Price

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Distance: 661 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and Malindo Airways fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Bintulu Airport (BTU) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sandakan to Bintulu via Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam, KK Sentral, Lawas, Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal, Bandar Seri Begawan, and Sarawak in around 30h 29m.

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