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

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Karatsu is to drive which costs ¥2000 - ¥3100 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Karatsu is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto and Karatsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumamoto to Karatsu. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal and arriving at Sakae-machi-Higashi via Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Karatsu?

No, there is no direct train from Kumamoto to Karatsu. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Karatsu via Shin-Tosu and Saga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Karatsu?

The distance between Kumamoto and Karatsu is 141 km. The road distance is 120 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Karatsu without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Kumamoto to Karatsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Karatsu bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Karatsu train from?

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

Train or bus from Kumamoto to Karatsu?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Karatsu is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Kumamoto to Karatsu bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kumamoto to Karatsu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Karatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Karatsu is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Kumamoto to Karatsu.

Where can I stay near Karatsu?

There are 171+ hotels available in Karatsu.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Shin Tosutrain Tsubame
2. Take the train from Saga to Karatsutrain [36419] JR Karatsu / ...
3h 5m
Drive 120 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Karatsucar 120 km
1h 46m
¥2,083–3,009
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 Sakae-machi-Higashibus からつ号
4h 1m
¥3,500–5,373

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Distance: 140.7 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Kumamoto to Karatsu via Shin-Tosu and Saga in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Sakae-machi-Higashi via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal and Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal in around 4h 1m.

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