The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kota Kinabalu to Semporna
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
10 h 47 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Semporna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Semporna will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $26.
Of the 11 buses that leave Kota Kinabalu for Semporna every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 326 km distance in an average of 10 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 28 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.
AMIN JAYA EXPRESS
AMIN JAYA EXPRESS
SABARIAH EXPRESS
DYANA EXPRESS
SABARIAH EXPRESS
Economy(2+2)
Executive(2+1)
Executive(2+1)
AMIN JAYA EXPRESS
AMIN JAYA EXPRESSTravel Information
Compare coach and flight for Kota Kinabalu to Semporna
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kota Kinabalu to Semporna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $17.
Distance: 326 km
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$20 Average Price Cheapest | $51 Average Price |
11h 58m Average total duration 11h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kota Kinabalu to Semporna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Kinabalu to Semporna coaches for today, Monday, 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:30 am Kota Kinabalu | 11h28 | 2:58 pm Semporna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:30 am Kota Kinabalu | 11h28 | 4:58 pm Semporna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 pm Kota Kinabalu | 10h00 | 6:00 am Semporna | 0 changesdirect | |
AMIN JAYA EXPRESS | 11:30 pm Kota Kinabalu (Terminal Inanam) | 11h28 | 10:58 am Semporna | 0 changesdirect | |
Executive(2+1) | 11:30 pm Kota Kinabalu | 10h30 | 10:00 am Semporna | 0 changesdirect | |
SABARIAH EXPRESS | 11:30 pm Kota Kinabalu (Terminal Inanam) | 11h28 | 10:58 am Semporna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Kinabalu to Semporna
Buses from Kota Kinabalu to Semporna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 but you can travel from only $17 by flight.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:15, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 326 km distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 326 km |
Average bus duration 11h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 07:15 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Bus providers: Sabariah Express, Sri Mutiara Express, Dyana Express, Amin Jaya Express from Kota Kinabalu to SempornaYou can travel by bus between Kota Kinabalu to Semporna with Sabariah Express, Sri Mutiara Express, Dyana Express, Amin Jaya Express for as low as $17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kota Kinabalu to Semporna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Kinabalu to Semporna by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Semporna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Kota Kinabalu (Terminal Inanam), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Semporna, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kota Kinabalu and Semporna
- 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
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local buses and minivans
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