The cheapest and fastest buses from Tawau to Ranau
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
8 h 31 m
Average duration
8 h 31 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tawau to Ranau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tawau to Ranau will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 16 buses that leave Tawau for Ranau on Sun, Dec 21, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 233 km distance in an average of 8 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 31 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 31 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.
TUNG MA EXPRESS
TUNG MA EXPRESS
SAIRAH EXPRESS
SABARIAH EXPRESS
OPTISJAYA EXPRESS
TUNG MA EXPRESS
SABARIAH EXPRESS
TRANSTEDAR EXPRESS
SAIRAH EXPRESS
TUNG MA EXPRESSTawau to Ranau Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sairah Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:18PM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Tung Ma Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:18PM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Tung Ma Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 04:33PM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator TransTedar Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:01AM | Duration 8h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Sabariah Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:01AM | Duration 8h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Sairah Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:18AM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Tung Ma Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:31AM | Duration 8h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator OPTISJAYA EXPRESS | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:48AM | Duration 8h48 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Tawau to Ranau bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tawau to Ranau buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TUNG MA EXPRESS | 11:30 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h48 | 8:18 AM Ranau, Kundasang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SAIRAH EXPRESS | 11:30 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h48 | 8:18 AM Ranau, Kundasang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SAIRAH EXPRESS | 11:30 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h31 | 8:01 AM Ranau, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUNG MA EXPRESS | 11:30 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h31 | 8:01 AM Ranau, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUNG MA EXPRESS | 11:45 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h48 | 8:33 AM Ranau, Kundasang | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUNG MA EXPRESS | 11:45 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h31 | 8:16 AM Ranau, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
SAIRAH EXPRESS | 11:30 AM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h48 | 8:18 PM Ranau, Kundasang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SABARIAH EXPRESS | 11:30 AM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h31 | 8:01 PM Ranau, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRANSTEDAR EXPRESS | 11:30 AM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h31 | 8:01 PM Ranau, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
SABARIAH EXPRESS | 11:30 AM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h48 | 8:18 PM Ranau, Kundasang | 0 transfersDirect | |
SAIRAH EXPRESS | 11:30 AM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h31 | 8:01 PM Ranau, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRANSTEDAR EXPRESS | 11:30 AM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h48 | 8:18 PM Ranau, Kundasang | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUNG MA EXPRESS | 12:00 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h31 | 8:31 PM Ranau, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
OPTISJAYA EXPRESS | 12:00 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h48 | 8:48 PM Ranau, Kundasang | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUNG MA EXPRESS | 12:00 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h48 | 8:48 PM Ranau, Kundasang | 0 transfersDirect | |
OPTISJAYA EXPRESS | 12:00 PM Tawau (Terminal Bus Sri Indah) | 8h31 | 8:31 PM Ranau, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tawau to Ranau
Buses from Tawau to Ranau run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 8h 31m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 31m |
First bus 07:30 |
Last bus 20:00 |
FAQs: Bus from Tawau to Ranau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tawau to Ranau 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 Ranau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Tawau (Bus Terminal Sri Indah), which is located around 10.7 miles (17.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Ranau, located 0.2 miles (370 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Tawau to Ranau
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Available in front of terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local city buses and intercity buses
- 07:00-19:00
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Taxis available at the terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local buses to Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, and nearby towns
- 06:00-18:00
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local buses to Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, and surrounding areas
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