Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway
Malaysia
In short: Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway is a about 1,150 km overland road trip in Malaysia, typically driven over 8 days, best in Jun–Sep. Highlights: Miri, Lambir Hills, Niah and Bintulu.
A linear Miri–Bintulu–Sibu–Sri Aman–Serian–Kuching road trip. Lambir and Niah are split rather than rushed; river-only Kapit and the Tebedu border direction are removed.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Miri
Miri preparation and city heritage · Ming Cafe
Day 2Lambir Hills National Park
Lambir Hills trails · Confirmed Miri hotel dinner
Day 3Niah National Park to Bintulu
Niah Caves · Tanjong Batu Seafood
Day 4Bintulu to Sibu
Daylight Pan-Borneo transfer · Golden Happiness Restaurant
Day 5Sibu to Sri Aman
Sibu heritage morning and transfer · SriKandi Cafe and Catering
Day 6Sri Aman
Sri Aman riverfront and local heritage · Restoran Sajian Mas
Day 7Sri Aman to Serian and Kuching
Prearranged Serian longhouse visit · Premier Food Republic Serian
Day 8Kuching
Kuching old town, museum and waterfront · Lepau Restaurant
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway drive?
The Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway covers about 1,150 km from start to finish.
How long does the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway take to drive?
Most travellers spend 8 days on the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway, depending on stops and pace.
When is the best time to drive the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway?
The recommended season for the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway is Jun–Sep.
Where does the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway start and end?
The Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway runs from Miri to Kuching.
What are the main stops on the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway?
The Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway passes through Miri, Lambir Hills, Niah and Bintulu.
How difficult is the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway to drive?
The Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway is rated moderate and is best handled with any vehicle.
Can I drive the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway in a regular car?
Yes — the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway is paved end-to-end and a regular car is fine in normal conditions.
How many fuel stops are needed on the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway?
Plan around 2 refuels (or about 4 EV charges) along the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway, based on its about 1,150 km length.
Is the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway safe to drive?
Malaysia is Level 1 as of 22 February 2026. This road itinerary does not cross into Indonesia and therefore has no border flag. Complete passport and Malaysia Digital Arrival Card requirements where applicable; carry the required IDP/licence and insurance. Expect construction, rain and slow long-haul traffic, fuel early and avoid night driving. Longhouse visits require advance host permission. Kapit and Mukah are deliberately excluded: Kapit requires a schedule-checked express boat and is not Pan-Borneo road mileage.
What scenic tier is the Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway?
The Sarawak Pan-Borneo Highway is a iconic drive — Iconic road trips that anchor a region's reputation — postcard scenery, headline highways, and the routes most travellers want to drive.