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

The cheapest way to get from Kuching to Semporna is to fly and bus which costs RM 260 - RM 950 and takes 7h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuching to Semporna is to fly and Minibus which takes 6h 2m and costs RM 500 - RM 1000.

Is there a direct bus between Kuching and Semporna?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuching to Semporna. However, there are services departing from Kuching and arriving at Semporna via Sarikei, Sarawak, Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal, Lawas and Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 4m.

How far is it from Kuching to Semporna?

The distance between Kuching and Semporna is 1009 km. The road distance is 1523.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuching to Semporna without a car is to bus which takes 46h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Kuching to Semporna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuching to Semporna bus from?

Kuching to Semporna bus services, operated by Bintang Jaya Express, depart from Kuching station.

Where does the Kuching to Semporna bus arrive?

Kuching to Semporna bus services, operated by Bintang Jaya Express, arrive at Sarikei station.

Can I drive from Kuching to Semporna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuching to Semporna is 1523 km. It takes approximately 21h 30m to drive from Kuching to Semporna.

Where can I stay near Semporna?

There are 149+ hotels available in Semporna.

Kuching to Semporna - 7 ways to travel via plane, Minibus, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Kuching to Semporna by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Tawau Airport, Minibus
best
1. Fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Tawau Airport (TWU)plane KCH - TWU
2. Take the bus from Tawau Airport to Sempornabus
6h 2m
RM 505–959
Fly to Lahad Datu Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Lahad Datu Airport (LDU)plane KCH - LDU
2. Take the bus from Lahad Datu to Sempornabus
7h 23m
RM 266–904
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 Sempornabus
36h 47m
Drive 1,523.3 km
1. Drive from Kuching to Sempornacar 1,523.3 km
21h 30m
RM 601–869
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 Sempornabus
10h 37m
RM 438–956
Bus, drive, Minibus
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 to Tawau Terminal Bus Sri Indahbus
6. Take the bus from Tawau to Sempornabus
38h 55m
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 Sempornabus
46h 4m

Kuching International Airport (KCH) to Tawau Airport (TWU) flights

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5h 39mAverage Duration

RM 451Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,008.7 km
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Kuching to Semporna via Sarikei, Bintulu, Sarawak, Bandar Seri Begawan, Bandar Seri Begawan Bus Terminal, Lawas, KK Sentral, and Kota Kinabalu North Bus Terminal Inanam in around 46h 4m.

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