The cheapest and fastest buses from Lahad Datu to Sandakan
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lahad Datu to Sandakan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lahad Datu to Sandakan will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Lahad Datu for Sandakan on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 96 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.
Economy(2+2)
Economy(2+2)
Economy(2+2)
Economy(2+2)Lahad Datu to Sandakan Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amin Jaya | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Chin's Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Amin Jaya | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Sri Mutiara Luxury Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 2h31 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
Lahad Datu to Sandakan bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lahad Datu to Sandakan buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Economy(2+2) | 1:00 PM Lahad Datu | 4h30 | 5:30 PM Sandakan | 0 transfersDirect | |
Economy(2+2) | 9:30 PM Lahad Datu | 2h31 | 12:01 AM Sandakan | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lahad Datu to Sandakan
Distance 59 miles (96 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 13:15 |
Bus providers: Sida Express from Lahad Datu to SandakanYou can travel by bus between Lahad Datu to Sandakan with Sida Express for as low as $9 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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