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

The cheapest way to get from Sibu to Sandakan is to drive which costs RM 180 - RM 270 and takes 15h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sibu to Sandakan is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs RM 270 - RM 1000.

Is there a direct bus between Sibu and Sandakan?

No, there is no direct bus from Sibu to Sandakan. However, there are services departing from Sibu and arriving at Sandakan via Sarawak, Sipitang Express Bus Station and Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 20m.

How far is it from Sibu to Sandakan?

The distance between Sibu and Sandakan is 823 km. The road distance is 1106.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sibu to Sandakan without a car is to bus which takes 27h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Sibu to Sandakan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sibu to Sandakan bus from?

Sibu to Sandakan bus services, operated by Eva Express, depart from Sibu station.

Bus or fly from Sibu to Sandakan?

The best way to get from Sibu to Sandakan is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs RM 270 - RM 1000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 27h 20m.

Where does the Sibu to Sandakan bus arrive?

Sibu to Sandakan bus services, operated by Eva Express, arrive at Bintulu station.

Can I drive from Sibu to Sandakan?

Yes, the driving distance between Sibu to Sandakan is 1106 km. It takes approximately 15h 12m to drive from Sibu to Sandakan.

Where can I stay near Sandakan?

There are 213+ hotels available in Sandakan.

Sibu to Sandakan - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Sibu to Sandakan by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane SBW - SDK
3h 49m
RM 277–980
Drive 1,106.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sibu to Sandakancar 1,106.1 km
15h 12m
RM 188–271
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Sibu to Bintulubus
2. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawanbus
3. Drive from Bandar Seri Begawan to Limbangcar
4. Take the bus from Limbang to Kota Kinabalubus
5. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sandakanbus
25h 15m
Bus, drive, train
1. Take the bus from Sibu to Bintulubus
2. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawanbus
3. Drive from Bandar Seri Begawan to Sipitangcar
4. Take the bus from Sipitang to Beaufortbus
5. Take the train from Beaufort Station to Tanjung Aru Stationtrain
6. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sandakanbus
25h 55m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sibu to Bintulubus
2. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawanbus
3. Take the bus from Sipitang Express Bus Station to KK Sentralbus
4. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Sandakanbus
27h 20m

Sibu Airport (SBW) to Sandakan Airport (SDK) flights

20Weekly Planes

6h 6mAverage Duration

RM 215Cheapest Price

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Distance: 822.9 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines fly from Sibu Airport (SBW) to Sandakan Airport (SDK) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sibu to Sandakan via Bintulu, Sarawak, Bandar Seri Begawan, Sipitang Express Bus Station, KK Sentral, and Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam in around 27h 20m.

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