What is the cheapest way to get from Kuching to Sabah?

The cheapest way to get from Kuching to Sabah is to drive which costs RM 200 - RM 300 and takes 15h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuching to Sabah?

The fastest way to get from Kuching to Sabah is to fly which takes 1h 33m and costs RM 150 - RM 420.

How far is it from Kuching to Sabah?

The distance between Kuching and Sabah is 811 km. The road distance is 1204.2 km.

How do I travel from Kuching to Sabah without a car?

The best way to get from Kuching to Sabah without a car is to bus which takes 26h 12m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kuching to Sabah?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Kuching to Sabah, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Kuching to Sabah?

The best way to get from Kuching to Sabah is to fly which takes 1h 33m and costs RM 150 - RM 420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 26h 12m.

Can I drive from Kuching to Sabah?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuching to Sabah is 1204 km. It takes approximately 15h 59m to drive from Kuching to Sabah.

Where can I stay near Sabah?

There are 1303+ hotels available in Sabah.

Kuching to Sabah - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kuching to Sabah 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 Kota Kinabalu Airport
best
1. Fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI)KCH - BKI
1h 33m
RM 152–418
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kuching to Bintulu
2. Take the bus from Sarawak to Bandar Seri Begawan
3. Take the bus from Bandar Seri Begawan to KK Sentral
26h 12m
Drive 1,204.2 km
1. Drive from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu1,204.2 km
15h 59m
RM 202–292
Fly to Sandakan Airport
1. Fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Sandakan Airport (SDK)KCH - SDK
3h 56m
RM 326–718

Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) flights

62Weekly Planes

2h 4mAverage Duration

RM 117Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kuching to Sabah.

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Distance: 811.1 km
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Kuching, Malaysia and Sabah, Malaysia?

AirAsia, Malindo Airways, and Malaysia Airlines fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kuching to KK Sentral via Bintulu, Sarawak, and Bandar Seri Begawan in around 26h 12m.

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