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

The cheapest way to get from Karatsu to Takeo is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Karatsu to Takeo is to drive which takes 34 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

Is there a direct bus between Karatsu and Takeo?

No, there is no direct bus from Karatsu to Takeo. However, there are services departing from Sakae-machi-Higashi and arriving at Takeokoko-mae(Takeo High School) via Takuekikitaguchi(Taku Station North Exit). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Karatsu and Takeo?

No, there is no direct train from Karatsu to Takeo. However, there are services departing from Karatsu and arriving at Takeo-Onsen via Saga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Karatsu to Takeo?

The distance between Karatsu and Takeo is 75 km. The road distance is 39.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Karatsu to Takeo without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Karatsu to Takeo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Takeo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Takeo train from?

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

Train or bus from Karatsu to Takeo?

The best way to get from Karatsu to Takeo is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Karatsu to Takeo bus arrive?

Karatsu to Takeo bus services, operated by Showa Bus, arrive at Takuekikitaguchi(Taku Station North Exit).

Where does the Karatsu to Takeo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karatsu to Takeo?

Yes, the driving distance between Karatsu to Takeo is 39 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Karatsu to Takeo.

Where can I stay near Takeo?

There are 101+ hotels available in Takeo.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karatsu to Sagatrain [36392] JR Karatsu / ...
2. Take the train from Saga to Takeo-Onsentrain Midori / ...
1h 53m
Drive 39.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karatsu to Takeocar 39.2 km
34 min
¥680–982
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sakae-machi-Higashi to Takuekikitaguchi(Taku Station North Exit)bus 唐津-佐賀線
2. Take the bus from Takuekikitaguchi(Taku Station North Exit) to Takeokoko-mae(Takeo High School)bus 武雄-多久線
2h 22m
¥1,006–1,485
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karatsu to Takeotaxi 39.2 km
34 min
¥14,000–17,000
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Karatsu to Takutrain [36392] JR Karatsu / ...
2. Take the bus from Takuekikitaguchi(Taku Station North Exit) to Takeokoko-mae(Takeo High School)bus 武雄-多久線
2h 13m

Karatsu to Takeo by bus

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Distance: 74.8 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Karatsu to Takeo-Onsen via Saga in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sakae-machi-Higashi to Takeokoko-mae(Takeo High School) via Takuekikitaguchi(Taku Station North Exit) in around 2h 22m.

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