
Getting from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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Kota Kinabalu to Tawau Trip Overview
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Distance 279 km (174.4 miles) | |
Price range US$ 18-US$ 114 | |
Ride Duration Range 50m-11h 8m | |
Earliest Departure 22:10 | |
Latest Departure 23:30 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Taking a bus from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Fastest bus: 11h 8m
Cheapest bus: US$ 18

About the ride from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
Kota Kinabalu to Tawau Route Information
The distance between Kota Kinabalu and Tawau is 174 miles, or approximately 279 kilometers.
There are 2 ways to get from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau, including bus,flight.
The earliest departure leaves at 22:10 and has a duration of 50 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 50 minutes.
Kota Kinabalu to Tawau by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 18
- 16 departures a day, or 112 departures a week
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: VIP and Express.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Kota Kinabalu to Tawau by flight
- Starting Price: US$ 39
- 43 departures a day, or 301 departures a week
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Companies Operating from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau
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