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

The cheapest way to get from Shimonoseki to Sasebo is to drive which costs ¥3200 - ¥4700 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimonoseki to Sasebo is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct bus between Shimonoseki and Sasebo?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimonoseki station to Sasebo. However, there are services departing from Shimonoseki Station and arriving at Sasebo via Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BT. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Shimonoseki and Sasebo?

No, there is no direct train from Shimonoseki to Sasebo. However, there are services departing from Shimonoseki and arriving at Sasebo via Kokura and Hakata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Shimonoseki to Sasebo?

The distance between Shimonoseki and Sasebo is 185 km. The road distance is 186.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimonoseki to Sasebo without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Shimonoseki to Sasebo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimonoseki to Sasebo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shimonoseki to Sasebo train from?

Shimonoseki to Sasebo train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kokura station.

Train or bus from Shimonoseki to Sasebo?

The best way to get from Shimonoseki to Sasebo is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Shimonoseki to Sasebo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shimonoseki to Sasebo train arrive?

Shimonoseki to Sasebo train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Hakata Fukuoka station.

Can I drive from Shimonoseki to Sasebo?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimonoseki to Sasebo is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Shimonoseki to Sasebo.

Where can I stay near Sasebo?

There are 139+ hotels available in Sasebo.

Shimonoseki to Sasebo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shimonoseki to Sasebo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kokura to Hakata Fukuokatrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the train from Hakata to Sasebotrain Midori
3h 25m
Drive 186.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimonoseki to Sasebocar 186.6 km
2h 48m
¥3,242–4,683
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shimonoseki Station to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminalbus Fukufuku
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BT to Sasebobus Sasebo
5h 1m
¥3,852–5,837
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shimonoseki Station to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal to Imariekimae(Imari Station)bus
3. Take the train from Imari to Sasebochuotrain
7h 41m
¥4,952–6,637

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Distance: 184.8 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Shimonoseki to Sasebo via Kokura, Hakata Fukuoka, and Hakata in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shimonoseki Station to Sasebo via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal and Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BT in around 5h 1m.

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