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

The cheapest way to get from Karatsu to Hirado is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1600 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Karatsu to Hirado is to drive which takes 58 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct train between Karatsu and Hirado?

No, there is no direct train from Karatsu to Hirado. However, there are services departing from Karatsu and arriving at Tabirahiradoguchi via Imari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Karatsu to Hirado?

The distance between Karatsu and Hirado is 76 km. The road distance is 60.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Karatsu to Hirado without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Karatsu to Hirado, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Hirado train from?

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

Where does the Karatsu to Hirado train arrive?

Karatsu to Hirado train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Imari station.

Can I drive from Karatsu to Hirado?

Yes, the driving distance between Karatsu to Hirado is 60 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Karatsu to Hirado.

Where can I stay near Hirado?

There are 22+ hotels available in Hirado.

Karatsu to Hirado - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Karatsu to Hirado by train, car, taxi, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karatsu to Imaritrain [36909] JR Chikuhi / ...
2. Take the train from Imari to Tabirahiradoguchitrain [184674] Matsuura Railway / ...
2h 51m
Drive 60.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karatsu to Hiradocar 60.4 km
58 min
¥1,049–1,515
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karatsu to Hiradotaxi 60.4 km
58 min
¥21,000–25,000
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Imari to Sasebotrain [184674] Matsuura Railway
2. Take the bus from Sasebo Station to Hirado Sanbashibus
5h 43m
¥3,718–3,902

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Distance: 76 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Karatsu to Hirado via Imari and Tabirahiradoguchi in around 2h 51m.

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