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

The cheapest way to get from Sasebo to Shimonoseki is to bus which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sasebo to Shimonoseki is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct bus between Sasebo and Shimonoseki?

No, there is no direct bus from Sasebo to Shimonoseki station. However, there are services departing from Sasebo and arriving at Shimonoseki Station via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Sasebo and Shimonoseki?

No, there is no direct train from Sasebo to Shimonoseki. However, there are services departing from Sasebo and arriving at Shimonoseki via Hakata Fukuoka and Kokura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Sasebo to Shimonoseki?

The distance between Sasebo and Shimonoseki is 185 km. The road distance is 189.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sasebo to Shimonoseki without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Sasebo to Shimonoseki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sasebo to Shimonoseki bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sasebo to Shimonoseki train from?

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

Train or bus from Sasebo to Shimonoseki?

The best way to get from Sasebo to Shimonoseki is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Sasebo to Shimonoseki bus arrive?

Sasebo to Shimonoseki bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BT station.

Where does the Sasebo to Shimonoseki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sasebo to Shimonoseki?

Yes, the driving distance between Sasebo to Shimonoseki is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Sasebo to Shimonoseki.

Where can I stay near Shimonoseki?

There are 195+ hotels available in Shimonoseki.

Sasebo to Shimonoseki - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sasebo to Hakatatrain Midori
2. Take the train from Hakata Fukuoka to Kokuratrain Sakura / ...
2h 34m
Drive 189.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sasebo to Shimonosekicar 189.7 km
2h 39m
¥3,296–4,760
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sasebo to Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BTbus Sasebo
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal to Shimonoseki Stationbus Fukufuku
4h 45m
¥3,788–5,351

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Distance: 184.8 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Sasebo to Shimonoseki via Hakata, Hakata Fukuoka, and Kokura in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sasebo to Shimonoseki Station via Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BT and Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal in around 4h 45m.

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