Driving from Kota Kinabalu to Bintulu
Bintulu lies 459 km (285 mi) south-west of Kota Kinabalu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h without stops, over roughly 560 km (348 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kota Kinabalu | Bintulu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Malaysia |
| Population | 500,421 | 151,617 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuching) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuching) |
| Postal codes | 88000–88999 | 97000–97300 |
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Common questions
How far is Bintulu from Kota Kinabalu?
459 km (285 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kota Kinabalu; by road roughly 560 km (348 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kota Kinabalu to Bintulu by car?
About 7 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Bintulu?
No, both are on Asia/Kuching at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.