Salam Bumimas Express, once a familiar name in intercity bus travel, has officially transitioned out of passenger transport services, focusing solely on cargo operations. This shift, which started in 2021, marks a significant change for travelers accustomed to their express bus service between Tawau and Kota Kinabalu.
For years, Salam Bumimas Express was a key player in connecting cities across Sabah, providing reliable travel for countless passengers. However, as industries evolve and business priorities shift, the company has now fully dedicated its resources to cargo transport.
Despite this departure, travelers seeking transportation between Tawau and Kota Kinabalu still have several alternatives, including Optis Jaya Express, Sairah Express, TransTedar Express, and Tung Ma Express. Passengers are encouraged to contact these operators directly for schedules and ticketing information.
Under the same management group as Salam Bumimas Sdn Bhd, Bintang Jaya Express, alongside Mega Coach Sdn Bhd and City Public Link Bus Service Sdn Bhd, continues to offer public transport options in the region.
Salam Bumimas Express' transition serves as an example of the dynamic nature of the transport industry, as companies reassess their business models in response to economic shifts and market demands. While passengers may feel the absence of a once-trusted travel option, the availability of alternative bus services ensures continued connectivity within Sabah.
For further inquiries about Salam Bumimas Sdn Bhd's current cargo services, customers can reach out via the provided contact numbers:
PHONE NUMBER 016-821 1157, 019-881 6878, 019-8893878, 013-869 6878
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曾經是城際客運的重要品牌 -- Salam Bumimas Express,如今正式告別客運業務,全心投入貨運服務。這項轉變始於2021年,對於習慣使用Salam Bumimas Express往來斗湖與亞庇的乘客而言,這無疑是一個值得關注的變化。
多年來,Salam Bumimas Express為無數旅客提供了可靠的交通選擇。然而,伴隨著行業發展和商業策略調整,公司決定重新分配資源,聚焦於貨運業務。
儘管Salam Bumimas Express退出客運市場,斗湖與亞庇之間仍有Optis Jaya Express、Sairah Express、TransTedar Express及Tung Ma Express等四間巴士公司提供替代選擇。乘客可直接聯絡相關業者了解時刻表及購票資訊。
此外,隸屬於Salam Bumimas Sdn Bhd管理集團的Bintang Jaya Express、Mega Coach Sdn Bhd及City Public Link Bus Service Sdn Bhd,仍持續提供公共交通服務。
Salam Bumimas Express的轉型展示出交通行業的靈活性,企業不斷因應市場需求而調整方向。儘管老牌客運服務消失,但多元化的替代選擇仍確保了沙巴地區的交通連接。
如有任何關於Salam Bumimas Sdn Bhd貨運業務的疑問,客戶可透過提供的方式進一步諮詢。PHONE NUMBER 016-821 1157, 019-881 6878, 019-8893878, 013-869 6878
Salam Bumimas Express, yang pernah menjadi penyedia utama perkhidmatan bas ekspres antara bandar, kini hanya beroperasi dalam sektor kargo. Perubahan ini, yang bermula sejak tahun 2021, merupakan satu peralihan besar bagi penumpang yang biasa menggunakan perkhidmatan bas ekspres antara Tawau dan Kota Kinabalu.
Selama bertahun-tahun, Salam Bumimas Express telah menjadi pilihan utama bagi penumpang yang menginginkan perjalanan yang selesa dan boleh dipercayai. Namun, perubahan dalam industri dan keperluan perniagaan telah mendorong syarikat untuk menumpukan sepenuhnya kepada operasi kargo.
Biarpun Salam Bumimas Express tidak lagi menawarkan perkhidmatan bas ekspres, penumpang yang ingin melakukan perjalanan antara Tawau dan Kota Kinabalu masih mempunyai pilihan dengan Optis Jaya Express, Sairah Express, TransTedar Express, dan Tung Ma Express. Untuk maklumat lanjut mengenai jadual perjalanan dan pembelian tiket, pengguna boleh menghubungi syarikat bas yang berkaitan.
Selain itu, di bawah pengurusan yang sama dengan Salam Bumimas Sdn Bhd, syarikat seperti Bintang Jaya Express, Mega Coach Sdn Bhd dan City Public Link Bus Service Sdn Bhd masih menyediakan perkhidmatan pengangkutan awam di rantau ini.
Peralihan Salam Bumimas Express ini menunjukkan bagaimana industri pengangkutan sentiasa berkembang dan menyesuaikan diri dengan keperluan pasaran. Walaupun penumpang kehilangan satu pilihan perjalanan yang biasa, kehadiran alternatif lain memastikan perkhidmatan bas antara bandar tetap tersedia di Sabah.
Untuk sebarang pertanyaan mengenai perkhidmatan kargo Salam Bumimas Sdn Bhd, pelanggan boleh menghubungi nombor telefon yang telah disediakan.
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This page contains old information from before 2021, when Salam Bumimas was still providing passenger transport services between Tawau and Kota Kinabalu. Since 2021, Salam Bumimas has officially shifted its operations away from passenger transport and is now solely focused on cargo services. This page is temporarily retained for reference purposes for a short period. For updated information, please refer to the latest announcements from Salam Bumimas. Salam Bumimas Express has ceased its express bus service between Tawau and Kota Kinabalu since 2021.
For passengers seeking alternative transportation along this route, the following bus companies are available:
Optis Jaya Express
Sairah Express
TransTedar Express
Tung Ma Express
Any inquiries regarding Salam Bumimas Express cargo services, please contact us at: 📞 016-821 1157 📞 019-881 6878 📞 019-889 3878 📞 013-869 6878 .

NOTICE
TO CUSTOMERS of SALAM BUMIMAS
FOR NOW SALAM BUMIMAS SDN BHD ONLY OPERATES FOR CARGO SERVICES ONLY.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL 016-821 1157,019-881 6878,
019-8893878, 013-869 6878 Thank you.
The Management of SALAM BUMIMAS SDN BHD.
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THIS IS THE OLD CONTACT ADDRESS AND NUMBERS
Tawau Office
Telephone Number
089 769 887 and 019-8151878
Address : Terminal Bas Tawau, Jalan Chen Fook, 91000, Tawau, Sabah
Kalabakan Counter : 9:00am to 6:00am 019-8853278
Hasimah (Tiket Agent di Kedai makan depan Petronas) 011-2543425
Salam Bumimas Express Bus Schedule:
Kota Kinabalu to Miri Rm90 7:30am
Kota Kinabalu to Limbang Rm50 7:30am
Kota Kinabalu to Lawas Rm30 7:30am
Kota Kinabalu to Tawau Rm70 7:00am & 7:45pm
Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan Rm43 7:15am & 5:15pm
Bintang
Jaya Express Sdn Bhd (660138-X)
Has about 40 buses in Sarawak
Three sister companies:
1- Mega Coach Sdn Bhd
2- City
Public Link Bus Service Sdn Bhd
City Public Link (CPL) is a public bus operator in Kuching
which started operations in 2009.
3- Salam Bumimas Sdn Bhd
Has about 20 buses in Sabah

Salam Bumimas Express SAB 6839 U
TAWAU - LAHAD DATU - KOTA KINABALU
(Tawau Regional Terminal to Inanam Terminal North)
Salam Bumimas Express SAB 6178 W
TAWAU - KENINGAU - KOTA KINABALU
(Tawau Regional Terminal to Padang Merdeka Terminal)
Salam Bumimas Express SAB 3697 B
TAWAU - LAHAD DATU - KOTA KINABALU
(Tawau Regional Terminal to Inanam Terminal North)
Salam Bumimas Express SAB 9178 W
TAWAU - KENINGAU - KOTA KINABALU
(Tawau Regional Terminal to Padang Merdeka Terminal)
Passenger seats are imported from China. Leather cover and
comfortable
Salam Bumimas Express SAB 3669 P
TAWAU - LAHAD DATU - KOTA KINABALU
(Tawau Regional Terminal to Inanam Terminal North)

Salam Bumimas Express
http://www.salambumimas.com/contact
TAWAU to KENINGAU to KOTA KINABALU
Bintang Jaya Express Sdn Bhd (660138-X), Under the same management
group, there are also three other sister companies;
- Mega Coach Sdn Bhd,
- City Public Link Bus Service Sdn Bhd
- Salam Bumimas Sdn Bhd.
Salam Bumimas Express SAB 6178 W
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Salam Bumimas Sdn Bhd
| From Tawau to Inanam Terminal
Leaving at 2:00PM via the following stops in following towns |
Expected time of arrivals |
| Arriving Kalabakan Round-about | 3:30PM |
| Arriving Maliau Basin | 4:40PM |
| Arriving Tibau | 5:20PM |
| Arriving Batu Bunggul | 6:10PM |
| Arriving Sepulut | 6:30PM |
| Arriving Nabawan | 7:15PM |
| Arriving Sook | 7:30PM |
| Arriving Keningau | 8:15PM |
| Arriving Kota Kinabalu Merdeka Padang | 10:15PM |
| Arriving Inanam Bus Terminal | 10:30PM |
Other Express Buses between Tawau and Sandakan IN 2021:
1- SIDA EXPRESS
2- WAWASAN EXPRESS