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Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle

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38 km.
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Kumamoto, Japan → Shimabara Castle, Japan

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38 km.
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4 h 26 min
28 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 4
Japan Railways Shinkansen
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JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company)
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Japan Railways Limited Express
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Shimatetsu (Shimabara Railway)
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Japan Railways Shinkansen
Website
36 min
Every 20 minutes
$24.14–$38.11
050-2016-1603
050-2016-1603
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JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company)
Website
1h 3m
Every 4 hours
0570-04-1717
0570-04-1717
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Japan Railways Limited Express
Website
50 min
Every 30 minutes
$15.24–$24.14
(050) 2016-1603
(050) 2016-1603
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Shimatetsu (Shimabara Railway)
Website
1h 9m
Hourly
0957-62-2231
0957-62-2231
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Bus operators
Found: 1
Kyushu Sanko Group
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Kyushu Sanko Group
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32 min
Every 3 hours
$3.18–$4.57
0120-489-939
0120-489-939
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Other operators
Found: 1
Kumamoto Ferry Co.
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Kumamoto Ferry Co.
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30 min
Every 4 hours
$8.49

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle is to drive and car ferry which costs $8.70 - $9.78 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle?

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle is to drive and car ferry which takes 46 min and costs $8.70 - $9.78 .

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Shimabara Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Shimabara via Shin-Tosu, Takeo-Onsen and Isahaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle?

The distance between Kumamoto and Shimabara Castle is 37 km.

How do I travel from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 3h 4m and costs $9.78 - $11.41 .

How long does it take to get from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle?

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs . There are no good options to bus or fly between Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle.

Where does the Kumamoto to Shimabara Castle train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Shimabara Castle?

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