How to travel from Tawau to Redang Island, Malaysia
The distance between Tawau and Redang Island is around 2,250km (1,398 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 5h 30m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Tawau to Redang Island by plane, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Redang Island → Tawau if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Tawau (TWU) to Redang (RDN).
- Duration5h 35m
- Flight time5hrs
- Typical costMYR 865($195)
AirAsia
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Bus, Car and Ferry
Take the bus to Sipitang then drive to Bandar Seri Begawan then take the bus to Pontianak and then to Kuala Terengganu then take a ferry to Redang Island.
- Duration1 day 22h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMYR 500($115)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tawau and Redang Island
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tawau to Redang Island by plane, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take a ferry which costs around MYR 395 ($89) and will take around 5h 30m.
The distance between Tawau and Redang Island is around 2,250km (1,398 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,656km (1,029 miles)
It takes around 5h 30m to get from Tawau and Redang Island by plane and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Tawau to Redang Island is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 5h 30m and will set you back approx MYR 395 ($89).
The cheapest way to travel between Tawau and Redang Island is to fly and then take a ferry which will typically cost around MYR 395 ($89) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Tawau and Redang Island. We recommend that you fly from Tawau (TWU) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG) then take a ferry to Redang Island. instead which will take 5h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tawau and Redang Island. We recommend that you fly from Tawau (TWU) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG) then take a ferry to Redang Island. instead which will take 5h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Tawau and Redang Island. Flights depart from Tawau (TWU) and arrive at Redang (RDN) - via Senai (JHB). The flight takes around 5hrs.
There is no direct flight from Tawau 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 5h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Tawau to Redang Island typically takes around 5hrs. Flights depart from Tawau (TWU) 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 Tawau to Redang Island. We recommend that you fly from Tawau (TWU) to Kuala Trengganu (TGG) then take a ferry to Redang Island. instead which will take 5h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tawau to Redang Island is to fly and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around MYR 395 ($89).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tawau and Redang Island
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 5h 35m | MYR 865($195) | on demand | 2,284km (1,419 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 5h 30m | MYR 395($89) | 5 times a day | 2,250km (1,398 miles) |
Bus, Car and Ferry | 1 day 22h | MYR 500($115) | once daily | 2,737km (1,701 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tawau and Redang Island
Airlines
AirAsia
Malaysia Airlines
Malindo Airways
KrasAvia
Firefly
Bus companies
Seven Seas Holiday Sdn Bhd
Sairah Express
DAMRI Angkutan Antar Lintas Batas Negara (ALBN)
Cepat Express
Ferry operators
Merang Jetty
Al Ameen Boat Services
Sejahtera Ferry Services Sdn Bhd
Airports near Redang Island
The following major airports near Redang Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Malaysia and internationally.
Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
- Distance
- 46km (29 miles) from Redang Island
Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)
- Distance
- 91km (56 miles) from Redang Island
Penang International Airport (PEN)
- Distance
- 309km (192 miles) from Redang Island