The cheapest and fastest buses from Tatau to Kuching
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tatau to Kuching is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tatau to Kuching will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 1 buses that leave Tatau for Kuching on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 317 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 6 h 45 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.
2:30 AM6h45Tatau9:15 AMKuching$151One-way0 transfers
2:30 AM6h45Tatau9:15 AMKuching$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Tatau to Kuching
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tatau to Kuching among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $17.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $200 Average price | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tatau to Kuching:
A bus is $185 (€151) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tatau to Kuching costing on average $200 (€164).
Other travel options to Kuching take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 22m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Tatau to Kuching Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Bus Asia Biaramas | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Bus Asia Biaramas | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:59PM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Live departures
Tatau to Kuching bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tatau to Kuching buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 AM Tatau | 6h45 | 9:15 AM Kuching | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tatau to Kuching
Buses from Tatau to Kuching run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Tatau to Kuching
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tatau to Kuching 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 Kuching, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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