What is the cheapest way to get from Hirado to Shimabara?

The cheapest way to get from Hirado to Shimabara is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hirado to Shimabara?

The fastest way to get from Hirado to Shimabara is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Hirado and Shimabara?

No, there is no direct bus from Hirado to Shimabara. However, there are services departing from Hirado Sanbashi and arriving at Shimabara Eki-mae via 佐世保バスセンター（バス）, 諫早営業所（バス） and Isahaya Eki-mae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Hirado to Shimabara?

The distance between Hirado and Shimabara is 135 km. The road distance is 133.2 km.

How do I travel from Hirado to Shimabara without a car?

The best way to get from Hirado to Shimabara without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 37m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Hirado to Shimabara?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Hirado to Shimabara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hirado to Shimabara bus from?

Hirado to Shimabara bus services, operated by Saihi Bus, depart from Hirado Sanbashi station.

Where does the Hirado to Shimabara bus arrive?

Hirado to Shimabara bus services, operated by Saihi Bus, arrive at Sasebo Station.

Can I drive from Hirado to Shimabara?

Yes, the driving distance between Hirado to Shimabara is 133 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Hirado to Shimabara.

Where can I stay near Shimabara?

There are 73+ hotels available in Shimabara.

Hirado to Shimabara - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hirado to Shimabara by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hirado Sanbashi to Sasebo Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sasebo to Isahayatrain
3. Take the train from Isahaya to Reikyukoen-Taiikukantrain
4h 37m
Drive 133.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hirado to Shimabaracar 133.2 km
2h 6m
¥2,312–3,339
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hirado Sanbashi to Sasebo Stationbus
2. Take the bus from 佐世保バスセンター（バス） to 諫早インター（バス）bus
3. Take the bus from Isahaya Eki-mae to Shimabara Eki-maebus
5h 43m
¥2,540–4,450

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Distance: 134.7 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Hirado, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan and Shimabara, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan?

You can take a bus from Hirado Sanbashi to Shimabara Eki-mae via Sasebo Station, 佐世保バスセンター（バス）, 諫早インター（バス）, 諫早営業所（バス）, 諫早駅前（バス）, and Isahaya Eki-mae in around 5h 43m.

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