What is the cheapest way to get from Shimabara to Ōmuta?

The cheapest way to get from Shimabara to Ōmuta is to car ferry via Nagasu which costs ¥700 - ¥850 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimabara to Ōmuta?

The fastest way to get from Shimabara to Ōmuta is to ferry which takes 50 min and costs ¥2299.

Is there a direct ferry between Shimabara and Ōmuta?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from 島原港ターミナル（島原外港） and arriving at 三池港旅客待合所（大牟田）. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Shimabara to Ōmuta?

The distance between Shimabara and Ōmuta is 28 km.

How do I travel from Shimabara to Ōmuta without a car?

The best way to get from Shimabara to Ōmuta without a car is to ferry which takes 50 min and costs ¥2299.

How long does it take to get from Shimabara to Ōmuta?

The ferry from 島原港ターミナル（島原外港） to 三池港旅客待合所（大牟田） takes 50 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where can I stay near Ōmuta?

There are 105+ hotels available in Ōmuta.

Shimabara to Ōmuta - 3 ways to travel via ferry, and car ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Shimabara to Ōmuta by ferry or car ferry

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from 島原港ターミナル（島原外港） to 三池港旅客待合所（大牟田）ferry 三池島原ライン（大牟田行き）
50 min
¥2,299
Car ferry via Nagasu
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1. Take the car ferry from Taira Port to Nagasu Portcarferry
1h 39m
¥706–826
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Taira Port to Nagasu Portcarferry
1h 9m
¥909–1,131

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Distance: 27.8 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Shimabara, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan and Ōmuta, Japan?

Yamasa Kaiun (Miike-Shimabara Line) operates a ferry from 島原港ターミナル（島原外港） to 三池港旅客待合所（大牟田） 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,299–2,300 and the journey takes 50 min.

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