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

The cheapest way to get from Sasebo to Kurume is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sasebo to Kurume is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Sasebo and Kurume?

No, there is no direct bus from Sasebo to Kurume. However, there are services departing from Sasebo and arriving at Nishitetsu Kurume via Kiyama AP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Sasebo and Kurume?

No, there is no direct train from Sasebo to Kurume. However, there are services departing from Sasebo and arriving at Kurume via Tosu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Sasebo to Kurume?

The distance between Sasebo and Kurume is 95 km. The road distance is 93.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sasebo to Kurume without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Sasebo to Kurume, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sasebo to Kurume bus from?

Sasebo to Kurume bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Sasebo station.

Where do I catch the Sasebo to Kurume train from?

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

Train or bus from Sasebo to Kurume?

The best way to get from Sasebo to Kurume is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥2900 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Sasebo to Kurume bus arrive?

Sasebo to Kurume bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Kosoku Kiyama station.

Where does the Sasebo to Kurume train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sasebo to Kurume?

Yes, the driving distance between Sasebo to Kurume is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Sasebo to Kurume.

Where can I stay near Kurume?

There are 291+ hotels available in Kurume.

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There are 3 ways to get from Sasebo to Kurume by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sasebo to Tosutrain Midori / ...
1h 33m
Drive 93.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sasebo to Kurumecar 93.6 km
1h 16m
¥1,625–2,347
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sasebo to Kosoku Kiyamabus Sasebo
2. Take the bus from Kiyama AP to Nishitetsu Kurumebus Fukuoka Airport
2h 20m
¥2,063–2,850

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Distance: 95.4 km
Duration: 1h 33m

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

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) operates a train from Sasebo to Tosu hourly, and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sasebo to Nishitetsu Kurume via Kiyama AP in around 2h 20m.

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