What is the cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Semporna?

The cheapest way to get from Alor Setar to Semporna is to fly and bus which costs RM 600 - RM 2000 and takes 12h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Semporna?

The fastest way to get from Alor Setar to Semporna is to fly and Minibus which takes 8h 23m and costs RM 700 - RM 2400.

How far is it from Alor Setar to Semporna?

The distance between Alor Setar and Semporna is 2067 km.

How long does it take to get from Alor Setar to Semporna?

It takes approximately 8h 23m to get from Alor Setar to Semporna, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Semporna?

There are 149+ hotels available in Semporna.

Alor Setar to Semporna - 2 ways to travel via plane, Minibus, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Alor Setar to Semporna by plane or bus

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Fly to Tawau Airport, Minibus
best
1. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane AOR - TWU
2. Take the bus from Tawau Airport to Sempornabus
8h 23m
RM 716–2,372
Fly to Sandakan Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane AOR - SDK
2. Take the bus from Sandakan Central to Sempornabus
12h 27m
RM 610–1,920

Alor Setar (AOR) to Tawau Airport (TWU) flights

16Weekly Planes

7h 58mAverage Duration

RM 579Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,066.9 km
Duration: 8h 23m

What companies run services between Alor Setar, Malaysia and Semporna, Malaysia?

There is no direct connection from Alor Setar to Semporna. However, you can take the taxi to Alor Setar (AOR) airport, fly to Tawau Airport (TWU), walk to Tawau Airport, then take the bus to Semporna. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Alor Setar (AOR) airport, fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK), take the taxi to Sandakan Central, then take the bus to Semporna.

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