We found no tenpin bowling alleys in Labuan as of October 2026. Our searches only turned up lawn bowls, which is a different outdoor sport. So the nearest tenpin lanes are in Kota Kinabalu, about 30 to 40 minutes away by plane or about 3 hours by ferry (both our estimates). This page explains what we searched and how to reach the closest centres.
Bowling alleys in Labuan
There are no venue cards here because we couldn't confirm a single centre. We'd rather show an empty list than send you to a closed hall.
We searched in English and Malay, for example "Labuan bowling alley tenpin" and "boling tenpin Labuan". Then we checked Financial Park, local news in the Borneo Post and two national bowling directories. Every result pointed to the International Lawn Bowls Arena, which hosts lawn bowls on grass, not tenpin.
Know of a centre?
If a tenpin centre has opened in Labuan, or a hotel runs a few lanes, please contact us. We'll check it and add it to this page.
Nearest lanes in Kota Kinabalu
All three Sabah centres we know of are in KK:
- KK Galaxy Bowl, Centre Point Sabah: 28 lanes, open 10am to 10pm, and home to the city's tournaments.
- Strikers Bowl, Sutera Harbour Marina & Country Club: open 10am to 10pm daily, handy if you stay at the resort.
- My Bowl, 1Borneo Hypermall near UMS: still listed in 2026, but call to confirm it's open.
Our page on bowling alleys in Sabah has addresses, phone numbers and hours for each one.
Getting there from Labuan
The times below are rough estimates, not checked timetables. Ferry schedules change, so confirm with the operator before you book.
| Route | Estimated time | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Flight to KK | About 30–40 min in the air | Short trips |
| Ferry to Jesselton Point, KK | About 3 hours | Arriving in the city centre |
| Ferry to Menumbok, then road | About 1–1.5 hours, then 2.5–3 hours by car | Travelling with your own car |
If you're making the trip, plan a full session rather than one game. For instance, bowl three or four games, then visit a pro shop counter while you're in town.
Bowling at home in the meantime
Without bowling alleys in Labuan, you can still work on the basics. Our beginner bowling tips cover stance, grip and a simple four-step approach. Also, read up on how bowling scoring works so your first KK game makes sense. For lanes in other states, including Kuching and Miri, see the full bowling alley directory.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a bowling alley in Labuan?
We couldn't find one. Searches in English and Malay, directories and local news only turned up lawn bowls at the International Lawn Bowls Arena. Lawn bowls is a different sport, played outdoors on grass. If a tenpin centre has opened recently, please tell us and we'll add it.
What is the nearest bowling alley to Labuan?
The nearest tenpin lanes are in Kota Kinabalu. KK Galaxy Bowl at Centre Point Sabah has 28 lanes, and Strikers Bowl at Sutera Harbour opens 10am to 10pm daily. My Bowl at 1Borneo Hypermall is listed too, but call first.
How long does it take to get from Labuan to a bowling alley?
These are our estimates, not checked timetables. A flight to Kota Kinabalu takes about 30 to 40 minutes. The ferry to Jesselton Point in KK takes roughly 3 hours. Alternatively, the ferry to Menumbok takes about 1 to 1.5 hours, followed by about 2.5 to 3 hours by road.
Can I buy bowling gear in Labuan?
We found no pro shop on the island. The nearest listed counters are at KK Galaxy Bowl and My Bowl in Kota Kinabalu. Our bowling shop directory lists them, along with web stores that deliver to East Malaysia.
Sources
- BSC Bowling: Sabah bowling alley directory (checked for Labuan)
- Seeksports.my directory (searched for Labuan)
- Sutera Harbour: Facilities
- Travel times to Kota Kinabalu — our estimates, not checked against timetables
