Facts about the transport from Sabah to Sandakan
| Cheapest Transport | $12 |
| Fastest Transport | 45m |
| Earliest Departure | 6:45 AM |
| Latest Departure | 8:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 17 |
| Distance | 371 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Borneo FullForce, Sida Express |
Sabah to Sandakan
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How to get from Sabah to Sandakan
Travelling between Sabah and Sandakan is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 549.28 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 11.55.
How long does it take to get from Sabah to Sandakan?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 8 hours to travel between Sabah and Sandakan depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Sabah and Sandakan. Flight will bring you to your destination in 45m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 7h 25m to reach Sandakan.
How much does it cost to get from Sabah to Sandakan?
Travelling between Sabah and Sandakan can be as cheap as USD 11.55 if you opt for a Sida Express bus and as expensive as USD 549.28 if you buy a Borneo FullForce taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Sabah and Sandakan ?
- 10 from Sabah to Sandakan starting from 06:45 Kota Kinabalu Airport until 17:05 Kota Kinabalu Airport
- 4 from Sabah to Sandakan starting from 08:00 Terminal Bas Inanam until 20:00 Terminal Bas Inanam
- 3 from Sabah to Sandakan starting from 00:00 Kota Kinabalu Transfer until 00:00 Kota Kinabalu Transfer
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sabah to Sandakan.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Flights
Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Sabah to Sandakan, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 37.84.Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.
If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.
In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.
Airlines flying between Sabah and Sandakan
AirAsia, AirAsia
Bus
Travelling from Sabah to Sandakan overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Sabah and Sandakan
Sida Express
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Sabah and Sandakan
Borneo FullForce
What is the most popular transport to get from Sabah to Sandakan?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 99% decided to fly
- 1% Other
Transportation from Sabah to Sandakan
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Buses$ 11.47
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Flights$ 37.84
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Taxis$ 274.64
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available