Sabah to Semporna

Sabah to Semporna

Sabah
Semporna
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Sabah to Semporna Destination Reviews

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Stefanie M
One who goes PDF and booking was clear and easy. The bus was in general comfortable but every hour or so one of the workers put really bad smelling chemicals in the bathroom and it smelled bad in the back half of the bus. something was loose and rattling really loudly in the back side of the bus making it hard to relax. The operators were very unfriendly
Sabah to Semporna, Bus Express, Sri Mutiara Luxury Express, Aug 10, 2026
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How to get from Sabah to Semporna

Travelling between Sabah and Semporna is possible by Bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 920.45 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 19.04.

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

It can take you anywhere between 9 and 12 hours to travel between Sabah and Semporna depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Sabah and Semporna. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 9h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h 28m to reach Semporna.

How much does it cost to get from Sabah to Semporna?

Travelling between Sabah and Semporna can be as cheap as USD 19.04 if you opt for a Amin Jaya Express bus and as expensive as USD 920.45 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 Semporna ?

  • 7 from Sabah to Semporna starting from 07:30 Terminal Bas Inanam until 19:30 Kota Kinabalu
  • 3 from Sabah to Semporna 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 Semporna.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Sabah to Semporna 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 Semporna

Amin Jaya Express, Sabariah Express, Sri Mutiara Luxury 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 Semporna

Borneo FullForce

What is the most popular transport to get from Sabah to Semporna?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus

Transportation from Sabah to Semporna

Facts about the transport from Sabah to Semporna

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport9h
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure7:30 PM
Departures per day10
Distance450 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAmin Jaya Express, Borneo FullForce, Sabariah Express, Sri Mutiara Luxury Express