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

The cheapest way to get from Tawau to Penampang is to drive which costs RM 75 - RM 110 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tawau to Penampang is to fly which takes 1h 24m and costs RM 200 - RM 350.

Is there a direct bus between Tawau and Penampang?

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

How far is it from Tawau to Penampang?

The distance between Tawau and Penampang is 332 km. The road distance is 443.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tawau to Penampang without a car is to bus which takes 11h 19m and costs RM 95 - RM 170.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Tawau to Penampang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tawau to Penampang bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Tawau to Penampang?

The best way to get from Tawau to Penampang is to fly which takes 1h 24m and costs RM 200 - RM 350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 95 - RM 170 and takes 11h 19m.

Where does the Tawau to Penampang bus arrive?

Tawau to Penampang bus services, operated by TransTedar Express, arrive at Kota Kinabalu station.

Can I drive from Tawau to Penampang?

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

Where can I stay near Penampang?

There are 1177+ hotels available in Penampang.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)plane TWU - BKI
1h 24m
RM 203–349
Drive 443.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tawau to Penampangcar 443.3 km
6h 35m
RM 76–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Kota Kinabalubus
11h 19m
RM 98–169
Bus via Kota Kinabalu Inanam
1. Take the bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Kota Kinabalu Inanambus
11h 20m
RM 98–308

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

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Distance: 332.3 km
Duration: 1h 24m

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

AirAsia and Malindo Airways fly from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, TransTedar Express operates a bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Kota Kinabalu once daily. Tickets cost RM 65–130 and the journey takes 11h 8m.

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