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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Hiroshima to Shimabara

Composite routes from Hiroshima to Shimabara

Cheapest
5 h 11 min
Car
442 km.
from $24
Other
5 h 2 min
260 km.
Select a ticket
9 h 2 min
262 km.
from $69.02
5 h 32 min
Train, Bus
262 km.
from $107.63
5 h 40 min
Train, bus via Hiroshima, Train, bus via Hiroshima
262 km.
from $80.43

Transport providers

Airlines

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Fukuoka Airport to Amakusa
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$13.97–$266.78

Amakusa Airlines

Website:
amx.co.jp/
Plane from Fukuoka Airport to Amakusa
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$13.97–$266.78

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Hiroshima to Shin-Tosu
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.90–$82.57
Train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahaya
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$31.76
Train from Hiroshima to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$50.81–$76.22

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 Shin-Tosu to Takeo-Onsen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.24–$24.14

Shimatetsu (Shimabara Railway)

Phone:
0957-62-2231
Website:
shimatetsu.co.jp/
Train from Isahaya to Reikyukoen-Taiikukan
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Other from Oniike Port to Kuchinotsu
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.24

Bus operators

Chugoku JR Bus Company

Phone:
0570-666-012
Website:
chugoku-jrbus.co.jp/
Bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.06–$47.00

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Shimabara is to bus which costs $34.78 - $70.65 and takes 9h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Shimabara is to train and fly and car ferry which takes 5h 1m and costs $119.57 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Hiroshima and Shimabara?

No, there is no direct bus from Hiroshima to Shimabara. However, there are services departing from Hiroshima Bus Center and arriving at Shimabara Eki-mae via Hakata Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Hiroshima and Shimabara?

No, there is no direct train from Hiroshima to Shimabara. However, there are services departing from Hiroshima and arriving at Reikyukoen-Taiikukan via Shin-Tosu, Takeo-Onsen and Isahaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Shimabara?

The distance between Hiroshima and Shimabara is 410 km. The road distance is 442.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Shimabara without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Hiroshima to Shimabara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Shimabara bus from?

Hiroshima to Shimabara bus services, operated by Chugoku JR Bus Company, depart from Hiroshima Bus Center station.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Shimabara train from?

Hiroshima to Shimabara train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Hiroshima station.

Train or bus from Hiroshima to Shimabara?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Shimabara is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34.78 - $70.65 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Hiroshima to Shimabara bus arrive?

Hiroshima to Shimabara bus services, operated by Chugoku JR Bus Company, arrive at Hakata Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Hiroshima to Shimabara train arrive?

Hiroshima to Shimabara train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Tosu station.

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Shimabara?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Shimabara is 443 km. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Hiroshima to Shimabara.

Where can I stay near Shimabara?

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