What is the cheapest way to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu?

The cheapest way to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu is to drive which costs RM 250 - RM 370 and takes 20h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu?

The fastest way to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs RM 260 - RM 950.

How far is it from Kuching to Lahad Datu?

The distance between Kuching and Lahad Datu is 978 km. The road distance is 1489.6 km.

How do I travel from Kuching to Lahad Datu without a car?

The best way to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu without a car is to bus which takes 43h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Kuching to Lahad Datu?

The best way to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs RM 260 - RM 950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 43h 13m.

Can I drive from Kuching to Lahad Datu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuching to Lahad Datu is 1490 km. It takes approximately 20h 20m to drive from Kuching to Lahad Datu.

Where can I stay near Lahad Datu?

There are 54+ hotels available in Lahad Datu.

Kuching to Lahad Datu - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu by plane, bus, or car

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

Fly to Lahad Datu Airport
best
1. Fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU)plane KCH - LDU
3h 23m
RM 262–938
Drive 1,489.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kuching to Lahad Datucar 1,489.6 km
20h 20m
RM 251–363
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Kuching to Bintulubus
2. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawanbus
3. Drive from Bandar Seri Begawan to Limbangcar
4. Take the bus from Limbang to Kota Kinabalubus
5. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Lahad Datubus
33h 56m
Fly to Sandakan Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)plane KCH - SDK
2. Take the bus from Sandakan Central to Lahad Datubus
8h 34m
RM 530–1,180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kuching to Sarikeibus
2. Take the bus from Sarikei to Bintulubus
3. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawanbus
4. Take the bus from Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal to Lawasbus
5. Take the bus from Lawas to KK Sentralbus
6. Take the bus from Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam to Lahad Datubus
43h 13m

Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) flights

36Weekly Planes

5h 15mAverage Duration

RM 233Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kuching to Lahad Datu.

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Distance: 978.4 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Kuching, Malaysia and Lahad Datu, Malaysia?

AirAsia and MASwings fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kuching to Lahad Datu via Sarikei, Bintulu, Sarawak, Bandar Seri Begawan, Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal, Lawas, KK Sentral, and Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam in around 43h 13m.

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