What is the cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Karatsu?

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Karatsu is to bus which costs ¥3600 - ¥8000 and takes 6h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Karatsu?

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Karatsu is to train and bus which takes 3h 11m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Hiroshima and Karatsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Hiroshima to Karatsu. However, there are services departing from Hiroshima Bus Center and arriving at Arupino-mae via Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Karatsu?

The distance between Hiroshima and Karatsu is 300 km. The road distance is 317.4 km.

How do I travel from Hiroshima to Karatsu without a car?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Karatsu without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 11m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Karatsu?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Hiroshima to Karatsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Karatsu bus from?

Hiroshima to Karatsu bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Hiroshima Bus Center station.

Where does the Hiroshima to Karatsu bus arrive?

Hiroshima to Karatsu bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, arrive at Hakata Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Karatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Karatsu is 317 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Hiroshima to Karatsu.

Where can I stay near Karatsu?

There are 171+ hotels available in Karatsu.

Hiroshima to Karatsu - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hiroshima to Karatsu by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Hiroshima to Hakata Fukuokatrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 to Sakae-machi-Higashibus からつ号
3h 11m
¥4,630–6,637
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Hakata Bus Terminalbus Kōfuku Liner
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 to Arupino-maebus からつ号
6h 42m
¥3,600–7,600
Drive 317.4 km
1. Drive from Hiroshima to Karatsucar 317.4 km
4h 5m
¥5,512–7,962

Hiroshima to Karatsu by train and bus

160Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

¥4,630Cheapest Price

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Distance: 299.8 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Hiroshima, Japan and Karatsu, Japan?

You can take a bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Arupino-mae via Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 in around 6h 42m.

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