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

The cheapest way to get from Tawau to Tamparuli is to drive which costs RM 70 - RM 110 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tawau to Tamparuli is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 47m and costs RM 260 - RM 440.

Is there a direct bus between Tawau and Tamparuli?

No, there is no direct bus from Tawau to Tamparuli. However, there are services departing from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah and arriving at Kota Kinabalu Inanam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

How far is it from Tawau to Tamparuli?

The distance between Tawau and Tamparuli is 361 km. The road distance is 426.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tawau to Tamparuli without a car is to bus which takes 11h 32m and costs RM 130 - RM 350.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Tawau to Tamparuli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tawau to Tamparuli bus from?

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

Where does the Tawau to Tamparuli bus arrive?

Tawau to Tamparuli bus services, operated by Sairah Express, arrive at Kota Kinabalu Inanam station.

Can I drive from Tawau to Tamparuli?

Yes, the driving distance between Tawau to Tamparuli is 427 km. It takes approximately 6h 50m to drive from Tawau to Tamparuli.

Where can I stay near Tamparuli?

There are 45+ hotels available in Tamparuli.

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

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

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)plane TWU - BKI
2. Take the taxi from Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) to Tamparulitaxi
1h 47m
RM 264–434
Drive 426.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tawau to Tamparulicar 426.9 km
6h 50m
RM 73–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Kota Kinabalu Inanambus
11h 32m
RM 134–349
Bus via Kota Kinabalu
1. Take the bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Kota Kinabalubus
11h 38m
RM 148–229

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

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Distance: 361.3 km
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Sairah Express operates a bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Kota Kinabalu Inanam twice daily. Tickets cost RM 70–130 and the journey takes 11h 8m. Three other operators also service this route.

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