How to Travel from
Kokura to Karatsu
by Route or Car
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Kokura, Japan → Karatsu, Japan
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kokura to Karatsu
Composite routes from Kokura to Karatsu
Cheapest
1 h 31 min
Car
118 km.
from $6
Other
2 h 19 min
Train, Bus
96 km.
from $41.24
2 h 34 min
96 km.
Select a ticket
3 h 12 min
96 km.
from $27.49
Transport providers
Train operators
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kokura to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.60–$34.30
JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company)
Phone:
0570-04-1717
Website:
jrkyushu.co.jp/
Train from Kokura to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Train from Meinohama to Karatsu
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Japan Railways Limited Express
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kokura to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.51–$25.41
Bus operators
Nishitetsu
Phone:
0570-00-1010
Website:
nishitetsu.jp/en/
Bus from Wakamiya IC to Nishitetsu
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.45–$6.10
Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus
Phone:
095-822-5141
Website:
keneibus.jp/
Bus from 平和通り上り to 若宮インター上り
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.10–$8.89
Showa Bus
Website:
showa-bus.jp
Bus from Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 to Arupino-mae
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.26–$12.70
Bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal to Sakae-machi-Higashi
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.26–$12.07
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Kokura to Karatsu?
The cheapest way to get from Kokura to Karatsu is to drive which costs $13.04 - $19.57 and takes 1h 28m.
What is the fastest way to get from Kokura to Karatsu?
The fastest way to get from Kokura to Karatsu is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $13.04 - $19.57 .
Is there a direct bus between Kokura and Karatsu?
No, there is no direct bus from Kokura to Karatsu. However, there are services departing from 平和通り上り and arriving at Sakae-machi-Higashi via Wakamiya IC and Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Is there a direct train between Kokura and Karatsu?
No, there is no direct train from Kokura to Karatsu. However, there are services departing from Kokura and arriving at Karatsu via Hakata and Meinohama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.
How far is it from Kokura to Karatsu?
The distance between Kokura and Karatsu is 114 km. The road distance is 123.5 km.
How do I travel from Kokura to Karatsu without a car?
The best way to get from Kokura to Karatsu without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 19m and costs $20.65 - $40.22 .
How long does it take to get from Kokura to Karatsu?
It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Kokura to Karatsu, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Kokura to Karatsu bus from?
Kokura to Karatsu bus services, operated by Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus, depart from 平和通り上り station.
Where do I catch the Kokura to Karatsu train from?
Kokura to Karatsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kokura station.
Train or bus from Kokura to Karatsu?
The best way to get from Kokura to Karatsu is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $22.83 and takes 3h 12m.
Where does the Kokura to Karatsu bus arrive?
Kokura to Karatsu bus services, operated by Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus, arrive at 若宮インター上り station.
Where does the Kokura to Karatsu train arrive?
Kokura to Karatsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Hakata station.
Can I drive from Kokura to Karatsu?
Yes, the driving distance between Kokura to Karatsu is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Kokura to Karatsu.
Where can I stay near Karatsu?
There are 90+ hotels available in Karatsu. Prices start at $22.23 per night.
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