What is the cheapest way to get from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station?

The cheapest way to get from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station is to drive which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station?

The fastest way to get from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station is to drive which takes 47 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct bus between Karatsu (Station) and Hakata Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arupino-mae and arriving at Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Karatsu (Station) and Hakata Station?

No, there is no direct train from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station. However, there are services departing from Karatsu and arriving at Hakata via Meinohama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station?

The distance between Karatsu (Station) and Hakata Station is 54 km. The road distance is 50.8 km.

How do I travel from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station without a car?

The best way to get from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station without a car is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

How long does it take to get from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station?

The bus from Arupino-mae to Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station bus from?

Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station bus services, operated by Showa Bus, depart from Arupino-mae station.

Where do I catch the Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station train from?

Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), depart from Karatsu station.

Where does the Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station bus arrive?

Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station bus services, operated by Showa Bus, arrive at Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 station.

Where does the Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station train arrive?

Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Meinohama station.

Can I drive from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station is 51 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station.

Where can I stay near Hakata Station?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Hakata Station.

Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station by bus, train, subway, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arupino-mae to Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕bus からつ号
1h 25m
¥1,000–1,600
Drive 50.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Stationcar 50.8 km
47 min
¥880–1,271
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Karatsu to Meinohamatrain [36834] JR Chikuhi / ...
2. Take the subway from Meinohama to Hakatasubway Airport
1h 28m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Stationtaxi 50.8 km
47 min
¥15,000–19,000

Karatsu (Station) to Hakata Station by bus

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Distance: 53.9 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Karatsu (Station), Japan and Hakata Station, Japan?

Showa Bus operates a bus from Arupino-mae to Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,000–1,600 and the journey takes 1h 25m. also services this route every 4 hours.

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