What is the cheapest way to get from Yanagawa to Karatsu?

The cheapest way to get from Yanagawa to Karatsu is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1600 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Yanagawa to Karatsu?

The fastest way to get from Yanagawa to Karatsu is to drive which takes 54 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct train between Yanagawa and Karatsu?

No, there is no direct train from Yanagawa to Karatsu. However, there are services departing from Nishitetsuyanagawa and arriving at Karatsu via Tenjin and Meinohama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Yanagawa to Karatsu?

The distance between Yanagawa and Karatsu is 108 km. The road distance is 61.1 km.

How do I travel from Yanagawa to Karatsu without a car?

The best way to get from Yanagawa to Karatsu without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 31m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2500.

How long does it take to get from Yanagawa to Karatsu?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Yanagawa to Karatsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yanagawa to Karatsu train from?

Yanagawa to Karatsu train services, operated by Nishi-Nippon Railroad (Nishitetsu), depart from Nishitetsuyanagawa station.

Where does the Yanagawa to Karatsu train arrive?

Yanagawa to Karatsu train services, operated by Nishi-Nippon Railroad (Nishitetsu), arrive at Nishitetsufukuoka(Tenjin) station.

Can I drive from Yanagawa to Karatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Yanagawa to Karatsu is 61 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Yanagawa to Karatsu.

Where can I stay near Karatsu?

There are 180+ hotels available in Karatsu.

Yanagawa to Karatsu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Yanagawa to Karatsu by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Nishitetsuyanagawa to Nishitetsufukuoka(Tenjin)train [108084] Nishitetsu Tenjin-Omuta Line Ltd. Exp. / ...
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal to Yojakuminamibus からつ号
2h 31m
¥1,786–2,479
Drive 61.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Yanagawa to Karatsucar 61.1 km
54 min
¥1,056–1,525
Train
1. Take the train from Nishitetsuyanagawa to Nishitetsufukuoka(Tenjin)train [108084] Nishitetsu Tenjin-Omuta Line Ltd. Exp. / ...
2. Take the train from Meinohama to Karatsutrain [36842] Jr Chikuhi / ...
3h 4m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yanagawa to Karatsutaxi 61.1 km
54 min
¥25,000–31,000

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Distance: 108.3 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Yanagawa, Japan and Karatsu, Japan?

You can take a train from Nishitetsuyanagawa to Karatsu via Nishitetsufukuoka(Tenjin), Tenjin, Meinohama, and Meinohama in around 3h 4m.

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