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

The cheapest way to get from Karatsu to Hiroshima is to bus and train which costs ¥4600 - ¥7000 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karatsu to Hiroshima is to bus and train which takes 2h 38m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Karatsu and Hiroshima?

No, there is no direct bus from Karatsu to Hiroshima. However, there are services departing from Arupino-mae and arriving at Hiroshima Bus Center via Hakata Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Karatsu to Hiroshima?

The distance between Karatsu and Hiroshima is 299 km. The road distance is 317.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Karatsu to Hiroshima without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 38m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Karatsu to Hiroshima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Hiroshima bus from?

Karatsu to Hiroshima bus services, operated by Showa Bus, depart from Arupino-mae station.

Where does the Karatsu to Hiroshima bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karatsu to Hiroshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Karatsu to Hiroshima is 318 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Karatsu to Hiroshima.

Where can I stay near Hiroshima?

There are 745+ hotels available in Hiroshima.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sakae-machi-Higashi to Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕bus からつ号
2. Take the train from Hakata Fukuoka to Hiroshimatrain Sakura / ...
2h 38m
¥4,646–6,991
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arupino-mae to Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕bus からつ号
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Hiroshima Bus Centerbus Kōfuku Liner / ...
7h 9m
¥4,370–12,525
Drive 317.9 km
1. Drive from Karatsu to Hiroshimacar 317.9 km
4h
¥5,464–7,892

Karatsu to Hiroshima by bus and train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

¥4,646Cheapest Price

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Distance: 299.2 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Arupino-mae to Hiroshima Bus Center via Hakata Bus Terminal in around 7h 9m.

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