What is the cheapest way to get from Fukuoka to Karato?

The cheapest way to get from Fukuoka to Karato is to bus which costs ¥1400 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fukuoka to Karato?

The fastest way to get from Fukuoka to Karato is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct bus between Fukuoka and Karato?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kuramoto and arriving at Karato. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Fukuoka to Karato?

The distance between Fukuoka and Karato is 69 km. The road distance is 84.1 km.

How do I travel from Fukuoka to Karato without a car?

The best way to get from Fukuoka to Karato without a car is to train and ferry via Kokura which takes 1h 4m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Fukuoka to Karato?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Fukuoka to Karato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fukuoka to Karato bus from?

Fukuoka to Karato bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Kuramoto station.

Where does the Fukuoka to Karato bus arrive?

Fukuoka to Karato bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Karato station.

Can I drive from Fukuoka to Karato?

Yes, the driving distance between Fukuoka to Karato is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Fukuoka to Karato.

Where can I stay near Karato?

There are 195+ hotels available in Karato.

Fukuoka to Karato - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Fukuoka to Karato by train, ferry, bus, or car

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Train, ferry via Kokura
best
1. Take the train from Hakata Fukuoka to Kokuratrain
2. Take the train from Kokura to Mojikotrain
3. Take the ferry from Mojiko to Shimonosekiferry
1h 4m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kuramoto to Karatobus Fukufuku
1h 38m
¥1,400–2,100
Drive 84.1 km
1. Drive from Fukuoka to Karatocar 84.1 km
1h 7m
¥1,460–2,108
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Yoshizuka to Mojikōtrain JB/JA Kagoshima Line Section Rapid / ...
2. Take the ferry from Mojiko to Shimonosekiferry
2h 1m

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Distance: 69.2 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Fukuoka, Japan and Karato, Yamaguchi, Japan?

Nishitetsu Bus operates a bus from Kuramoto to Karato every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,400–2,100 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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