The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom 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 Tenom will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $8.
Of the 3 buses that leave Kota Kinabalu for Tenom every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 96 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 13 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.
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Compare train and coach for Kota Kinabalu to Tenom
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a coach costs an average of $8.
Distance: 96 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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$8 Average Price | $5 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 13m Average total duration 16h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kota Kinabalu to Tenom bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kota Kinabalu to Tenom 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 |
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![]() | 8:00 am Kota Kinabalu | 3h13 | 11:13 am Tenom | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 16 December | |||||
TUNGMA NAI LUK | 12:00 am Kota Kinabalu (KK Sentral) | 3h13 | 3:13 am Tenom | 0 changesdirect | |
TUNGMA NAI LUK | 4:00 am Kota Kinabalu (KK Sentral) | 3h13 | 7:13 am Tenom | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom
Buses from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 but you can travel from only $5 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:00, the last at 16:00. The fastest coach covers the 96 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 96 km |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 13m |
First bus 08:00 |
Last bus 16:00 |
Bus providers: TungMa Nai Luk from Kota Kinabalu to TenomYou can travel by bus between Kota Kinabalu to Tenom with TungMa Nai Luk for as low as $5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kota Kinabalu to Tenom coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kota Kinabalu to Tenom 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 Tenom, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kota Kinabalu and Tenom
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Parking available at terminal complex
- Food court and several local restaurants available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators
- Public toilets available
- Bus: City Bus, Express Bus
- Mini Bus
- 07:00-19:00
- Free parking available at station
- Basic food stalls nearby
- Available at station entrance
- Ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local buses to Keningau, Beaufort
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