The cheapest and fastest buses from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 17 buses that leave Kota Kinabalu for Kunak on Thu, Feb 05, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest buses will take 9 h 37 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.
DYANA EXPRESS
SABARIAH EXPRESS
SAIRAH EXPRESS
TRANSTEDAR EXPRESS
SABARIAH EXPRESS
Executive(2+1)
Executive(2+1)
Economy(2+2)
DYANA EXPRESS
SABARIAH EXPRESSTravel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kota Kinabalu to Kunak
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €14.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Kota Kinabalu to Kunak Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator TungMa Express (Kota Kinabalu) | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 04:37PM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sabariah Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:07PM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Amin Jaya Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:07PM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Amin Jaya | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sairah Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:37PM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sabariah Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:07PM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sabariah Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:07PM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Dyana Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:07AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator OPTISJAYA EXPRESS | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:07AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator TransTedar Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:07AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sri Mutiara Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:07AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sabariah Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:07AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Amin Jaya Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:07AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Amin Jaya | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sri Mutiara Luxury Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator TungMa Express (Kota Kinabalu) | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:37AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sairah Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:37AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Kota Kinabalu to Kunak bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Kinabalu to Kunak buses for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 AM Kota Kinabalu | 9h37 | 9:07 PM Kunak | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUNGMA EXPRESS (KOTA KINABALU) | 11:00 PM Kota Kinabalu (Terminal Inanam) | 9h37 | 8:37 AM Kunak | 0 transfersDirect | |
AMIN JAYA EXPRESS | 11:30 PM Kota Kinabalu (Terminal Inanam) | 9h37 | 9:07 AM Kunak | 0 transfersDirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:30 PM Kota Kinabalu | 9h00 | 8:30 AM Kunak | 0 transfersDirect | |
SABARIAH EXPRESS | 11:30 PM Kota Kinabalu (Terminal Inanam) | 9h37 | 9:07 AM Kunak | 0 transfersDirect | |
SAIRAH EXPRESS | 12:00 AM Kota Kinabalu (Terminal Inanam) | 9h37 | 9:37 AM Kunak | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Kota Kinabalu to Kunak by bus or flight
Compare bus and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Feb 05
Feb 06
Feb 07
Feb 08
Feb 09
Feb 10
Feb 11
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak
Buses from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak run on average 16 times per day, taking around 9h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 20:30 |
FAQs: Bus from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak 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 Kunak, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food stalls and small restaurants available within terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City buses and intercity buses
- 07:00-19:00
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Basic public toilets available
- Bus: Local buses to Tawau, Lahad Datu, and surrounding areas
Most popular bus connections from Kota Kinabalu
More options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu to Kunak
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


