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

The cheapest way to get from Tawau to Tenom is to drive which costs RM 60 - RM 95 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tawau to Tenom is to fly and Minivan which takes 4h 35m and costs RM 210 - RM 410.

Is there a direct bus between Tawau and Tenom?

No, there is no direct bus from Tawau to Tenom. However, there are services departing from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah and arriving at Tenom, Sabah, Malaysia via Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 40m.

How far is it from Tawau to Tenom?

The distance between Tawau and Tenom is 467 km. The road distance is 380 km.

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

The best way to get from Tawau to Tenom without a car is to bus and Minivan which takes 14h 40m and costs RM 95 - RM 160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Tawau to Tenom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tawau to Tenom bus from?

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

Where does the Tawau to Tenom bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tawau to Tenom?

Yes, the driving distance between Tawau to Tenom is 380 km. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Tawau to Tenom.

Where can I stay near Tenom?

There are five+ hotels available in Tenom.

Tawau to Tenom - 3 ways to travel via plane, Minivan, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Tawau to Tenom by plane, bus, or car

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Fly, Minivan
best
1. Fly from Tawau Airport (TWU) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)plane TWU - BKI
2. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal to Tenom, Sabah, Malaysiabus
4h 35m
RM 215–409
Drive 380 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tawau to Tenomcar 380 km
5h 34m
RM 65–93
Bus, Minivan
1. Take the bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Kota Kinabalubus
2. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal to Tenom, Sabah, Malaysiabus
14h 40m
RM 99–151

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

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RM 118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 466.9 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indah to Tenom, Sabah, Malaysia via Kota Kinabalu and Kota Kinabalu City Bus Terminal in around 14h 40m.

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