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

The cheapest way to get from Shimabara to Kurume is to car ferry and train which costs ¥1200 - ¥1600 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimabara to Kurume is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct bus between Shimabara and Kurume?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimabara to Kurume. However, there are services departing from Shimabara Eki-mae and arriving at Nishitetsu Kurume via Kiyama AP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Shimabara to Kurume?

The distance between Shimabara and Kurume is 77 km. The road distance is 116.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimabara to Kurume without a car is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Shimabara to Kurume, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimabara to Kurume bus from?

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

Where does the Shimabara to Kurume bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shimabara to Kurume?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimabara to Kurume is 117 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Shimabara to Kurume.

Where can I stay near Kurume?

There are 295+ hotels available in Kurume.

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

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

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Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the carferry from Taira Port to Nagasu Portcarferry
2. Take the train from Omuta to Nishitetsukurumetrain [108084] Nishitetsu Tenjin-Omuta Line Ltd. Exp. / ...
2h 28m
¥1,253–1,517
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shimabara Eki-mae to Kosoku Kiyamabus Shimabara
4h 8m
¥3,098–4,276
Drive 116.9 km
1. Drive from Shimabara to Kurumecar 116.9 km
2h 6m
¥2,004–2,895
Car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the carferry from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto Portcarferry
2. Take the bus from Kumamoto Ko Ferry Noriba Mae to Kumamoto Sta.bus
3. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kurumetrain
3h 1m
¥2,300–3,250

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Distance: 76.9 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Nishitetsu Bus operates a bus from Shimabara Eki-mae to Kosoku Kiyama 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,700–3,900 and the journey takes 3h 9m.

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