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

The cheapest way to get from Karatsu to Sasebo is to drive which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karatsu to Sasebo is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct bus between Karatsu and Sasebo?

No, there is no direct bus from Karatsu to Sasebo. However, there are services departing from Sakae-machi-Higashi and arriving at Sasebo via Hakata Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Karatsu and Sasebo?

No, there is no direct train from Karatsu to Sasebo. However, there are services departing from Karatsu and arriving at Sasebo via Saga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Karatsu to Sasebo?

The distance between Karatsu and Sasebo is 110 km. The road distance is 49.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Karatsu to Sasebo without a car is to train via Saga which takes 2h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Karatsu to Sasebo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Sasebo bus from?

Karatsu to Sasebo bus services, operated by Showa Bus, depart from Sakae-machi-Higashi station.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Sasebo train from?

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

Train or bus from Karatsu to Sasebo?

The best way to get from Karatsu to Sasebo is to train via Saga which takes 2h 59m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3300 - ¥5500 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Karatsu to Sasebo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Karatsu to Sasebo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karatsu to Sasebo?

Yes, the driving distance between Karatsu to Sasebo is 50 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Karatsu to Sasebo.

Where can I stay near Sasebo?

There are 139+ hotels available in Sasebo.

Karatsu to Sasebo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Karatsu to Sasebo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Saga
best
1. Take the train from Karatsu to Sagatrain [36392] JR Karatsu / ...
2. Take the train from Saga to Sasebotrain Midori
2h 59m
Drive 49.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karatsu to Sasebocar 49.8 km
1h 1m
¥864–1,248
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sakae-machi-Higashi to Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕bus からつ号
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Sasebobus Sasebo
4h 39m
¥3,346–5,191
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karatsu to Sasebotaxi 49.8 km
1h 1m
¥17,000–21,000
Train
1. Take the train from Karatsu to Imaritrain [36909] JR Chikuhi / ...
2. Take the train from Imari to Nakasasebotrain [184674] Matsuura Railway
4h 10m

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Distance: 110.1 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Karatsu to Sasebo via Saga in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sakae-machi-Higashi to Sasebo via Hakata Bus Terminal in around 4h 39m.

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