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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Beppu to Shimabara

Composite routes from Beppu to Shimabara

Cheapest
2 h 57 min
Car
160 km.
from $8
Other
5 h 55 min
115 km.
Select a ticket
6 h 28 min
Train, Bus
118 km.
from $158.39

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kokura to Shin-Tosu
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.41–$39.38
Train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahaya
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$31.76

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-04-1717
Website:
jrkyushu.co.jp/
Train from Shin-Tosu to Takeo-Onsen
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Beppu to Kokura
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.95–$39.38
Train from Kokura to Shin-Tosu
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.33–$30.49
Train from Shin-Tosu to Takeo-Onsen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.24–$24.14
Train from Beppu to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.38–$215.96

Shimatetsu (Shimabara Railway)

Phone:
0957-62-2231
Website:
shimatetsu.co.jp/
Train from Isahaya to Reikyukoen-Taiikukan
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly

Bus operators

Nishitetsu

Phone:
0570-00-1010
Website:
nishitetsu.jp/en/
Bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Shimabara
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.60–$31.76

Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus

Phone:
095-822-5141
Website:
keneibus.jp/
Bus from Beppu Kitahama to Isahaya
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.49–$43.19

Kyushu Sanko Group

Phone:
0120-489-939
Website:
kyusanko.co.jp
Bus from T.B.D. to Sakuramachi
Ave. Duration:
4h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.76–$45.73

Other operators

Kumamoto Ferry Co.

Website:
kumamotoferry.co.jp/lang/?lang=en
Other from Kumamoto Port to Shimabara
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.49

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Beppu to Shimabara is to drive and car ferry which costs $21.74 - $30.43 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beppu to Shimabara is to drive and car ferry which takes 2h 45m and costs $21.74 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Beppu and Shimabara?

No, there is no direct bus from Beppu to Shimabara. However, there are services departing from Beppu Kitahama and arriving at Shimabara Eki-mae via 諫早営業所上り and Isahaya Eki-mae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Beppu and Shimabara?

No, there is no direct train from Beppu to Shimabara. However, there are services departing from Beppu and arriving at Reikyukoen-Taiikukan via Kokura, Shin-Tosu, Takeo-Onsen and Isahaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Beppu to Shimabara?

The distance between Beppu and Shimabara is 276 km.

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

The best way to get from Beppu to Shimabara without a car is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $32.61 - $44.57 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Beppu to Shimabara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beppu to Shimabara bus from?

Beppu to Shimabara bus services, operated by Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus, depart from Beppu Kitahama station.

Where do I catch the Beppu to Shimabara train from?

Beppu to Shimabara train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Beppu station.

Train or bus from Beppu to Shimabara?

The best way to get from Beppu to Shimabara is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $32.61 - $44.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Beppu to Shimabara bus arrive?

Beppu to Shimabara bus services, operated by Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus, arrive at Isahaya IC station.

What is the time difference between Beppu and Shimabara?

It is currently 17:55 at both, Beppu and Shimabara.

Where does the Beppu to Shimabara train arrive?

Beppu to Shimabara train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Kokura station.

Where can I stay near Shimabara?

There are 61+ hotels available in Shimabara. Prices start at $30.36 per night.
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