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

The cheapest way to get from Shimabara to Imari is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimabara to Imari is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Shimabara and Imari?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimabara to Imari station. However, there are services departing from Shimabara Eki-mae and arriving at Imariekimae(Imari Station) via Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Shimabara and Imari?

No, there is no direct train from Shimabara to Imari. However, there are services departing from Shimabara and arriving at Imari via Isahaya, Haiki and Arita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Shimabara to Imari?

The distance between Shimabara and Imari is 113 km. The road distance is 96 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimabara to Imari without a car is to train via Arita which takes 4h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Shimabara to Imari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimabara to Imari bus from?

Shimabara to Imari bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Shimabara Eki-mae station.

Where do I catch the Shimabara to Imari train from?

Shimabara to Imari train services, operated by Shimatetsu (Shimabara Railway), depart from Shimabara station.

Train or bus from Shimabara to Imari?

The best way to get from Shimabara to Imari is to train via Arita which takes 4h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4600 - ¥7000 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Shimabara to Imari bus arrive?

Shimabara to Imari bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Shimabara to Imari train arrive?

Shimabara to Imari train services, operated by Shimatetsu (Shimabara Railway), arrive at Isahaya station.

Can I drive from Shimabara to Imari?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimabara to Imari is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Shimabara to Imari.

Where can I stay near Imari?

There are 220+ hotels available in Imari.

Shimabara to Imari - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shimabara to Imari by train, bus, or car

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Train via Arita
best
1. Take the train from Shimabara to Isahayatrain [183643] Shimabara Railway / ...
2. Take the train from Isahaya to Haikitrain [36960] JR Omura / ...
4h 5m
Drive 96 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimabara to Imaricar 96 km
1h 46m
¥1,650–2,383
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shimabara Eki-mae to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminalbus Shimabara
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal to Imariekimae(Imari Station)bus いまり号
6h 23m
¥4,666–6,736
Train
1. Take the train from Reikyukoen-Taiikukan to Isahayatrain
2. Take the train from Isahaya to Sasebotrain
3. Take the train from Sasebo to Imaritrain
6h 49m

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Distance: 113 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Shimabara to Imari via Isahaya, Haiki, and Arita in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shimabara Eki-mae to Imariekimae(Imari Station) via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal and Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal in around 6h 23m.

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