Kuching to Bintulu
Slip into Bintulu’s coastal skyline and fishing villages, a contrast to Kuching’s riverfront streets and colonial buildings. There are multiple ways to travel between Kuching and Bintulu, and this page lays out timetables, journey durations and fares across all available options.
Travel options for Kuching to Bintulu
Traveling from Kuching to Bintulu, a flight for 86 MYR offers the best value, while a combined gets you there in 15 minutes.
Flight from Kuching to Bintulu
For one of the fastest ways to travel from Kuching to Bintulu, flights depart from KCH Kuching Airport and arrive at BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak. The journey usually takes around 50 minutes, making flying a practical option for covering this distance in a short amount of time. Ticket prices typically start at 86 MYR, and you can review available options and book your flight through the available flight listings.
Prices: 86 MYR
Duration: 50m – 55m ⏱
Bus from Kuching to Bintulu
Catch a bus from Kuching Sentral, with the first trip of the day at 07:30, and start your journey from Kuching toward Bintulu. The service stops at Bintulu Bus Terminal, Sarawak, with departures running frequently throughout the day so you can pick a time that fits your plans. The trip takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, and tickets start from 90 MYR. Reserve your seat ahead of time here.
Prices: 90 MYR
Duration: 10h 45m ⏱
Combined from Kuching to Bintulu
Combined transport services allow you to start your journey from KCH Kuching Airport toward Bintulu. The trip usually takes around 15 minutes, with tickets starting at 522 MYR and you will arrive at BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak. Plan your route and reserve your seat view options.
Prices: 522 MYR
Duration: 15m – 21h 10m ⏱
Flight Routes & Schedules from Kuching to Bintulu
Catch your nonstop flight at KCH Kuching Airport, the only direct connection from Kuching to Bintulu. Flights depart from 06:00 until 17:00, and the journey in the air typically lasts around 0h 50m to 0h 55m before touching down at BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak. Fares start from 86 to 97 MYR, and you can consult the full timetable for the Kuching–Bintulu route to select the departure that suits your schedule and book your seat in advance.
Cheapest Flight Kuching to Bintulu
86 MYR, from KCH Kuching Airport to BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak, departure at some times, duration 50mFlight Timetable: KCH Kuching Airport → BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak
- 06:00 06:55 55m 86 MYR
- 07:30 08:20 50m 86 MYR
- 09:55 10:50 55m 97 MYR
- 12:30 13:20 50m 97 MYR
- 17:00 17:50 50m 97 MYR
Bus Routes & Schedules from Kuching to Bintulu
Begin at Kuching Sentral where the bus serves as the single departure point for the Kuching–Bintulu connection. Departures run from 07:30 until 20:45 and the journey lasts about 10h 45m. Tickets are available from 90 MYR and the trip concludes at Bintulu Bus Terminal, Sarawak. See the bus timetable for Kuching to Bintulu to plan which service fits your day and secure your booking.
Cheapest & Fastest Bus Kuching to Bintulu
90 MYR, from Kuching Sentral to Bintulu Bus Terminal, Sarawak, departure at some times, duration 10h 45mBus Timetable: Kuching Sentral → Bintulu Bus Terminal, Sarawak
- 07:30 18:15 10h 45m 90 MYR
- 09:30 20:15 10h 45m 90 MYR
- 11:30 22:15 10h 45m 90 MYR
- 13:30 00:15 10h 45m 90 MYR
- 16:30 03:15 10h 45m 90 MYR
- 20:00 06:45 10h 45m 90 MYR
- 20:45 07:30 10h 45m 90 MYR
Combined Routes & Schedules from Kuching to Bintulu
From KCH Kuching Airport, take a multi-leg ride across different vehicles to reach BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak. Expect the journey to last about 1h 40m to 21h 10m with fares starting at 522 to 843 MYR and services running from 05:45 until 21:00. Check the timetable for trips linking Kuching and Bintulu to pick your preferred departure.
Cheapest Combined Kuching to Bintulu
522 MYR, from KCH Kuching Airport to BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak, departure at 11:05, duration 6h 55mFastest Combined Kuching to Bintulu
843 MYR, from KCH Kuching Airport to BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak, departure at 09:00, duration 1h 40mCombined Timetable: KCH Kuching Airport → BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak
- 05:45 19:20 13h 35m 801 MYR
- 06:50 10:40 3h 50m 768 MYR
- 09:00 10:40 1h 40m 843 MYR
- 10:25 10:40 15m 627 MYR
- 11:05 18:00 6h 55m 522 MYR
- 13:30 10:40 21h 10m 769 MYR
- 15:15 10:40 19h 25m 698 MYR
- 16:20 10:40 18h 20m 769 MYR
- 18:00 10:40 16h 40m 627 MYR
- 21:00 10:40 13h 40m 768 MYR
Frequently Asked Questions Kuching to Bintulu
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kuching to Bintulu.
How long does the Kuching to Bintulu route usually take?
The Kuching to Bintulu route varies a lot by transport type. Bus travel takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, while flights are much shorter but no flight duration is listed in the context. The widest overall range shown is between about 2 hours and 21 hours.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Kuching to Bintulu?
The cheapest option on the Kuching to Bintulu route is by flight, with fares from MYR 86 to MYR 97. Bus tickets are listed at MYR 90, so they are slightly higher than the lowest flight fare.
How much does the Kuching to Bintulu trip cost overall?
Prices on the Kuching to Bintulu route range from MYR 86 to MYR 843 in the provided data. The lowest fare is for flights, while the highest price appears in the combined transport listings. Bus fares are fixed at MYR 90.
Which transport is the fastest for Kuching to Bintulu?
Flights are the fastest option on the Kuching to Bintulu route, although the context does not list a flight duration. The bus takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, so it is clearly slower than air travel.
Where do buses leave and arrive on the Kuching to Bintulu route?
Buses on the Kuching to Bintulu route depart from Kuching Sentral and arrive at Bintulu Bus Terminal, Sarawak. The listed bus service is direct between those two points, with a travel time of about 10 hours 45 minutes.
Where do flights operate from and to on Kuching to Bintulu?
Flights on the Kuching to Bintulu route use KCH Kuching Airport as the departure point and BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak as the arrival point. The context lists this airport pair for the available air services.
How often do services run on the Kuching to Bintulu route?
The context does not give a fixed frequency in minutes for Kuching to Bintulu. It does show 7 bus trips and 5 flight trips, so there are multiple departures, but not a set interval between them.
What are the first and last departures for Kuching to Bintulu buses?
For buses on the Kuching to Bintulu route, the first departure is at 07:30 and the last departure is at 20:45. These times apply to the service from Kuching Sentral to Bintulu Bus Terminal, Sarawak.
What are the first and last departures for Kuching to Bintulu flights?
Flights on the Kuching to Bintulu route start at 06:00 and the last listed departure is at 17:00. Both depart from KCH Kuching Airport and arrive at BTU Bintulu Airport, Sarawak.
Is there a big difference between bus and flight travel on Kuching to Bintulu?
Yes. The bus takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and costs MYR 90, while flights are priced from MYR 86 to MYR 97 and are much faster, though no flight duration is provided. Both use different terminals and airports.
How many trips are listed for Kuching to Bintulu by bus and flight?
The context lists 7 bus trips and 5 flight trips for Kuching to Bintulu. That means both options are available on the route, but the bus has slightly more listed departures than flights.
Where can I book Kuching to Bintulu tickets if I want to check the options?
For Kuching to Bintulu tickets, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference provided in the route context. It is the place to check the listed fares, departure times, and available transport options for this trip.
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