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Sabah State Museum
State museum complex covering Sabah history, ethnography, archaeology, and natural history. A strong introduction to the state before wider exploration.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Beaufort to Kota Kinabalu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Beaufort to Kota Kinabalu will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 3 buses from Beaufort to Kota Kinabalu, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 2 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Beaufort to Kota Kinabalu run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $2 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:30, the last at 18:30. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 24m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Beaufort to Kota Kinabalu.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Sipitang Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:37AM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Sipitang Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:54AM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Sipitang Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:37AM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Sipitang Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:54AM | Duration 1h24 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Sipitang Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:37PM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Sipitang Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:37PM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Sipitang Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:37PM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Beaufort to Kota Kinabalu buses for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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SIPITANG EXPRESS | 5:15 PM Beaufort | 2h22 | 7:37 PM Kota Kinabalu (KK Sentral) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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State museum complex covering Sabah history, ethnography, archaeology, and natural history. A strong introduction to the state before wider exploration.
Open-air section of the state museum with traditional houses from Sabah communities. It offers cultural context and photogenic architecture in one stop.
Contemporary gallery featuring rotating exhibitions and local artists. A useful stop for visitors interested in Sabah’s current visual arts scene.
Waterfront promenade with sea views, offshore island panoramas, and sunset watching. A classic walking area for an easy introduction to the city.
Elevated lookout above downtown with broad city and bay views. Best visited near sunset for a quick scenic stop and photos.
Popular urban beach and park area for sunsets, walking, and sea breezes. A relaxed local favorite close to the city center.
Sabah’s iconic noodles in springy egg noodles with char siu, roast pork and greens. A local breakfast staple reflecting Chinese-Sabahan food culture.
Beef noodle soup with mixed cuts, brisket and offal in a rich herbal broth. Deeply associated with Kota Kinabalu kopitiam dining.
Fresh raw fish marinated with lime, chili, ginger and shallots. A classic Kadazan-Dusun and coastal Sabah dish prized for its clean, bright flavor.
Refined dining room in Shangri-La Rasa Ria focusing on regional Malaysian tasting menus and Sabah ingredients in an elegant resort setting.
Popular casual seafood restaurant known for fresh live tanks, Sabah-style crab and prawns. Busy, family-friendly setting near the city center.
Well-known local chain for fish noodles and seafood soup. Casual, efficient and ideal for trying a Kota Kinabalu everyday favorite.
Budget-friendly versus many regional cities: low-cost eats, modest hotel rates, and cheap taxis and buses keep daily spend down.
Tipping is not expected. Restaurants may add 6% SST and 10% service charge. Round up or leave RM2-5 for good service; taxi tips are optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Beaufort to Kota Kinabalu by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kota Kinabalu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Beaufort to Kota Kinabalu buses use the Beaufort to Kota Kinabalu (KK Sentral) station pair. Use this guide to compare Beaufort and Kota Kinabalu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Beaufort is 1 km from Beaufort city centre. Public transport options include:
Beaufort has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
ATMs are aTM machines available near terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Beaufort.
Available at Beaufort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Beaufort: Ground level access.
Kota Kinabalu (KK Sentral) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and several local restaurants available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTMs from multiple banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Kota Kinabalu (KK Sentral).
Available at Kota Kinabalu (KK Sentral): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Kinabalu (KK Sentral): Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
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