What is the cheapest way to get from George Town to Semporna?

The cheapest way to get from George Town to Semporna is to fly and bus which costs RM 300 - RM 700 and takes 14h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from George Town to Semporna?

The fastest way to get from George Town to Semporna is to fly and Minibus which takes 9h 22m and costs RM 330 - RM 600.

How far is it from George Town to Semporna?

The distance between George Town and Semporna is 2087 km.

How long does it take to get from George Town to Semporna?

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from George Town to Semporna, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Semporna?

There are 140+ hotels available in Semporna.

George Town to Semporna - 3 ways to travel via plane, Minibus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from George Town to Semporna by plane, bus, car ferry, or tram

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Penang International Airport to Tawau Airport, Minibus
best
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane PEN - TWU
2. Take the bus from Tawau Airport to Sempornabus
9h 22m
RM 337–588
Car ferry, tram to Alor Setar, fly to Tawau Airport, Minibus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the tram from Butterworth to Alor Startram
3. Fly from Alor Setar (AOR) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane AOR - TWU
4. Take the bus from Tawau Airport to Sempornabus
12h 59m
RM 238–1,172
Fly Penang International Airport to Sandakan Airport, bus
1. Fly from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane PEN - SDK
2. Take the bus from Sandakan Central to Sempornabus
14h 31m
RM 304–679

Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tawau Airport (TWU) flights

47Weekly Planes

6h 24mAverage Duration

RM 275Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from George Town to Semporna.

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Distance: 2,087.3 km
Duration: 9h 22m

What companies run services between George Town, Malaysia and Semporna, Malaysia?

There is no direct connection from George Town to Semporna. However, you can take the bus to (M1) Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Pulau Pinang, walk to Penang International Airport (PEN) airport, fly to Tawau Airport (TWU), walk to Tawau Airport, then take the bus to Semporna. Alternatively, you can take the bus to (M1) Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Pulau Pinang, walk to Penang International Airport (PEN) airport, fly to Sandakan Airport (SDK), take the taxi to Sandakan Central, then take the bus to Semporna.

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