How to travel from Bintulu to Redang Island, Malaysia

The distance between Bintulu and Redang Island is around 1,657km (1,029 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 10m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Bintulu to Redang Island by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Redang IslandBintulu if you're planning a return trip.

🚀 Fastest
1
plane
+

Fly

Fly from Bintulu (BTU) to Redang (RDN).

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    MYR 510($115)
Operated by

AirAsia

+ 4 others

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

2
bus
+
bus
+
ferry
+

Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Pontianak and then to Kuala Terengganu then take a ferry to Redang Island.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    MYR 440($100)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bintulu and Redang Island

There are several options for getting from Bintulu to Redang Island by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around MYR 330 ($74) and will take around 1 day 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MYR 510 ($115).

The distance between Bintulu and Redang Island is around 1,657km (1,029 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,149km (714 miles)

It takes around 4h 20m to get from Bintulu and Redang Island by plane and ferry.

The quickest way to get from Bintulu to Redang Island is to fly which takes around 4h 10m and will set you back approx MYR 510 ($115).

The cheapest way to travel between Bintulu and Redang Island is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around MYR 330 ($74) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Bintulu and Redang Island. We recommend that you fly from Bintulu (BTU) to Redang (RDN). instead which will take 4h 10m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bintulu and Redang Island. We recommend that you fly from Bintulu (BTU) to Redang (RDN). instead which will take 4h 10m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bintulu and Redang Island. Flights depart from Bintulu (BTU) and arrive at Redang (RDN) - via Senai (JHB). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Bintulu to Redang Island. There is however a flight that goes via Senai (JHB) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB). This services will take at least 4h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Bintulu to Redang Island typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Bintulu (BTU) and and arrive into Redang (RDN).

The closest major airport to Redang Island is Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) (TGG) which is approximately 46km (29 miles) from Redang Island. Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) (KBR) and Penang International Airport (PEN) (PEN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Bintulu to Redang Island. We recommend that you fly from Bintulu (BTU) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG) then take a ferry to Redang Island. instead which will take 4h 20m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bintulu to Redang Island is to fly and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around MYR 660 ($150).

How do I get from Bintulu to Redang Island

Compare travel optionsbetween Bintulu and Redang Island

Transport options from Bintulu to Redang Island
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 10m
MYR 510($115)
on demand1,683km (1,046 miles)
Plane and Ferry4h 20m
MYR 660($150)
5 times a day1,657km (1,029 miles)
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar
1 day 2h
MYR 440($100)
once daily1,812km (1,126 miles)
Bus to Kuching Sentral, ferry1 day 6h
MYR 330($74)
once daily1,889km (1,174 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Bintulu and Redang Island

Bus companies

Airlines

Ferry operators

Airports near Redang Island

The following major airports near Redang Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Malaysia and internationally.

TGG
Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
46km (29 miles) from Redang Island
KBR
Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
91km (56 miles) from Redang Island
PEN
Penang International Airport (PEN)
International Airport
Distance
309km (192 miles) from Redang Island