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

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Imari is to drive which costs ¥1900 - ¥2900 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Imari is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto and Imari?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumamoto to Imari station. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal and arriving at Imariekimae(Imari Station) via Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Imari?

No, there is no direct train from Kumamoto to Imari. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Imari via Shin-Tosu and Arita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Imari?

The distance between Kumamoto and Imari is 150 km. The road distance is 115 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Imari without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Kumamoto to Imari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Imari bus from?

Kumamoto to Imari bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Imari train from?

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

Train or bus from Kumamoto to Imari?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Imari is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Kumamoto to Imari bus arrive?

Kumamoto to Imari bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kumamoto to Imari train arrive?

Kumamoto to Imari train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Shin Tosu station.

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Imari?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Imari is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Kumamoto to Imari.

Where can I stay near Imari?

There are 220+ hotels available in Imari.

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There are 3 ways to get from Kumamoto to Imari by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Shin Tosutrain
2. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Aritatrain
3. Take the train from Arita to Imaritrain
3h 7m
Drive 115 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Imaricar 115 km
1h 55m
¥1,977–2,856
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminalbus Hinokuni
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal to Imariekimae(Imari Station)bus いまり号
4h 58m
¥3,800–5,973

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Distance: 149.8 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Kumamoto to Imari via Shin-Tosu and Arita in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Imariekimae(Imari Station) via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal and Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal in around 4h 58m.

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