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

The cheapest way to get from Karatsu to Imari is to drive which costs ¥430 - ¥650 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Karatsu to Imari is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs ¥9000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct bus between Karatsu and Imari?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Higashikaratsueki(Higashi-Karatsu Station) station and arriving at Otsubo Community Center-mae. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Karatsu and Imari?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karatsu and arriving at Kamiimari. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Karatsu to Imari?

The distance between Karatsu and Imari is 31 km. The road distance is 25 km.

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

The best way to get from Karatsu to Imari without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs .

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

The train from Karatsu to Kamiimari takes 48 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Imari bus from?

Karatsu to Imari bus services, operated by Showa Bus, depart from Higashikaratsueki(Higashi-Karatsu Station).

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Imari train from?

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

Train or bus from Karatsu to Imari?

The best way to get from Karatsu to Imari is to train which takes 48 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥550 - ¥850 and takes 49 min.

Where does the Karatsu to Imari bus arrive?

Karatsu to Imari bus services, operated by Showa Bus, arrive at Otsubo Community Center-mae station.

Where does the Karatsu to Imari train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karatsu to Imari?

Yes, the driving distance between Karatsu to Imari is 25 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Karatsu to Imari.

Where can I stay near Imari?

There are 220+ hotels available in Imari.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karatsu to Kamiimaritrain [36909] JR Chikuhi / ...
48 min
Drive 25 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karatsu to Imaricar 25 km
25 min
¥431–622
Bus
1. Take the bus from Higashikaratsueki(Higashi-Karatsu Station) to Otsubo Community Center-maebus 唐津-伊万里線
49 min
¥550–850
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karatsu to Imaritaxi 25 km
25 min
¥9,000–11,000

Karatsu to Imari by bus

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Distance: 31.4 km
Duration: 48 min

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

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) operates a train from Karatsu to Kamiimari every 3 hours, and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, Showa Bus operates a bus from Higashikaratsueki(Higashi-Karatsu Station) to Otsubo Community Center-mae every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥550–850 and the journey takes 49 min.

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