Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Bus, Van & Taxi
Malaysian Borneo's coastal cities are connected by a network of cheap and relatively
comfortable buses.
Intercity buses generally depart from a long-distance bus terminal on the outskirts of
town, linked to the city centre by bus and taxi. There's usually no need to purchase bus
tickets in advance - just show up and shop around for the next departure (departure boards
posted at bus-company counters make this easy). For many destinations, departures are
most frequent in the mornings, but on some routes (eg Miri to Kuching) there are also af-
ternoon and overnight buses.
Around most cities, including Kuching, short-haul bus services have been decimated by
the proliferation of private cars and chaotic, privately operated minivans.
Sabah
An arc of excellent paved roads extends from KK southeast to Tawau, passing Mt Kin-
abalu, Sepilok, Sandakan, Lahad Datu and Semporna (gateway to Sipadan) along the way.
Large buses ply this route on a daily basis, while even more frequent minivans and share
