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Getting from Kota Kinabalu to Sabah

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4 ways to travel from Kota Kinabalu to Sabah

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Compare bus options from Kota Kinabalu to Sabah across 8 operators.

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About this route

  • The distance between Kota Kinabalu and Sabah is 101 km (63.1 miles)
  • Travelers between Kota Kinabalu and Sabah have 4 ways to make the trip: bus, ferry, flight, and private transfers.
  • For lower prices, bus start from 5 US$, around 62% less than the next-cheapest option.
  • For the most flexible trip, private transfers offer door-to-door service on your schedule, from 16 US$.
  • Departures run throughout the day, so booking on short notice is usually possible, but availability changes with the season.
  • Ferries on this route may also require a transfer by land, depending on the ride selected

Route shown is for illustrative purposes only. Exact routing depends on your selected operator.

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A beautiful view from within central Sabah

Companies Operating from Kota Kinabalu to Sabah

Average time

3h 16m

Average price

US$ 5

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8h 37m - 11h 28m

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US$ 14 - US$ 16

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8h 37m - 11h 8m

Average price

US$ 14 - US$ 16

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45m - 50m

Average price

US$ 32 - US$ 35

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