How to travel from Bintulu to Taman Negara, Malaysia

The distance between Bintulu and Taman Negara is around 1,611km (1,001 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 10m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Bintulu to Taman Negara by plane, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Taman NegaraBintulu if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Bintulu (BTU) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG).

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    MYR 600($135)
Operated by

Multiple plane operators

1 similiar route

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Bus

Take the bus to Pontianak and then to Kuala Terengganu.

  • Duration1 day 2h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    MYR 350($79)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Pontianak and then to Pasir Mas then take the train to Sg. Sirian.

  • Duration1 day 9h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    MYR 365($82)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bintulu and Taman Negara

There are several options for getting from Bintulu to Taman Negara by plane, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around MYR 255 ($57) and will take around 1 day 13h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MYR 600 ($135).

The distance between Bintulu and Taman Negara is around 1,611km (1,001 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,191km (740 miles)

It takes around 5h 10m to get from Bintulu and Taman Negara by plane.

The quickest way to get from Bintulu to Taman Negara is to fly which takes around 5h 10m and will set you back approx MYR 600 ($135).

The cheapest way to travel between Bintulu and Taman Negara is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around MYR 255 ($57) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Bintulu and Taman Negara. We recommend that you fly from Bintulu (BTU) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG). instead which will take 5h 10m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bintulu and Taman Negara. It typically takes around 1 day 2h and departs on demand.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Bintulu to Taman Negara. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Sarawak, Pontianak and Kuala Terengganu. These services run on demand and will take a minimum of 1 day 2h.

DAMRI Angkutan Antar Lintas Batas Negara (ALBN) and Cepat Express run regular bus services between Bintulu and Taman Negara. Buses run on demand and take around 1 day 2h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bintulu and Taman Negara. Flights depart from Bintulu (BTU) and arrive at Kuala Trengganu (TGG) - via Kuala Lumpur (KUL). The flight takes around 3hrs.

There is no direct flight from Bintulu to Taman Negara. There is however a flight that goes via Kuala Lumpur (KUL). This services will take at least 5h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Bintulu to Taman Negara typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Bintulu (BTU) and and arrive into Kuala Trengganu (TGG).

The closest major airport to Taman Negara is Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) (TGG) which is approximately 115km (71 miles) from Taman Negara. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) (KUL) 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 Taman Negara. We recommend that you fly from Bintulu (BTU) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG). instead which will take 5h 10m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bintulu to Taman Negara is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 10m and will usually cost around MYR 600 ($135).

How do I get from Bintulu to Taman Negara

Compare travel optionsbetween Bintulu and Taman Negara

Transport options from Bintulu to Taman Negara
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
5h 10m
MYR 600($135)
on demand1,700km (1,056 miles)
Fly to Kuantan (KUA)6hrs
MYR 690($155)
on demand1,611km (1,001 miles)
Bus
1 day 2h
MYR 350($79)
once daily1,850km (1,149 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
1 day 9h
MYR 365($82)
once daily2,106km (1,309 miles)
Bus to Kuching Sentral, train1 day 13h
MYR 255($57)
once daily2,183km (1,356 miles)

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Airports near Taman Negara

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

TGG
Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
115km (71 miles) from Taman Negara
KUL
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
International Airport
Distance
222km (138 miles) from Taman Negara
PEN
Penang International Airport (PEN)
International Airport
Distance
249km (155 miles) from Taman Negara