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

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Sasebo is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Sasebo is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto and Sasebo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumamoto to Sasebo. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal and arriving at Sasebo via Kosoku Kiyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Sasebo?

No, there is no direct train from Kumamoto to Sasebo. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Sasebo via Shin-Tosu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Sasebo?

The distance between Kumamoto and Sasebo is 157 km. The road distance is 134.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Sasebo without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Kumamoto to Sasebo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Sasebo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Sasebo train from?

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

Train or bus from Kumamoto to Sasebo?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Sasebo is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus via Chikushino, which costs ¥4300 - ¥8500 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Kumamoto to Sasebo bus arrive?

Kumamoto to Sasebo bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Kiyama AP station.

Where does the Kumamoto to Sasebo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Sasebo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Sasebo is 134 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Kumamoto to Sasebo.

Where can I stay near Sasebo?

There are 139+ hotels available in Sasebo.

Kumamoto to Sasebo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kumamoto to Sasebo 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 Shin-Tosu to Sasebotrain Midori
2h 50m
Drive 134.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Sasebocar 134.5 km
2h 16m
¥2,336–3,373
Bus via Chikushino
1. Take the bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Kiyama APbus Hinokuni
2. Take the bus from Kosoku Kiyama to Sasebobus Sasebo
4h 41m
¥4,300–8,234
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Omura Kobabus Rindō
2. Take the bus from Nagasaki Airport to Sasebo Stationbus
6h 24m
¥5,850

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Distance: 157.4 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Kumamoto to Sasebo via Shin-Tosu in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Sasebo via Kosoku Kiyama in around 4h 41m.

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