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

The cheapest way to get from Sandakan to Medan is to fly and train which costs Rp2200000 - Rp8000000 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandakan to Medan is to fly and train which takes 8h 44m and costs Rp2200000 - Rp8000000.

How far is it from Sandakan to Medan?

The distance between Sandakan and Medan is 2194 km.

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

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Sandakan to Medan, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Sandakan and Medan?

Medan is 1h behind Sandakan. It is currently 2:37 AM in Sandakan and 1:37 AM in Medan.

Where can I stay near Medan?

There are 445+ hotels available in Medan.

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

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

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1. Fly from Sandakan Airport (SDK) to Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)plane SDK - KNO
2. Take the train from Kuala Namu to Medantrain
8h 44m
Rp 2,251,428–7,696,688

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

32Weekly Planes

6h 14mAverage Duration

Rp 2,145,724Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,194.4 km
Duration: 8h 44m

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

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

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