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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karatsu to Kumamoto

Composite routes from Karatsu to Kumamoto

Cheapest
1 h 37 min
Car
126 km.
from $6
Other
2 h 24 min
96 km.
Select a ticket
2 h 26 min
Bus, Train
96 km.
from $40.85
3 h 12 min
96 km.
from $32.98

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Shin-Tosu to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.14–$38.11
Train from Hakata to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$27.95–$43.19

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-04-1717
Website:
jrkyushu.co.jp/
Train from Karatsu to Saga
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly

Bus operators

Nishitetsu

Phone:
0570-00-1010
Website:
nishitetsu.jp/en/
Bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Tōricho-suji
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.97–$20.33

Showa Bus

Website:
showa-bus.jp
Bus from Arupino-mae to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.26–$12.70
Bus from Oteguchi to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.26–$12.07

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Karatsu to Kumamoto is to drive which costs $13.04 - $19.57 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karatsu to Kumamoto is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $13.04 - $19.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Karatsu and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Karatsu to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Oteguchi and arriving at Tōricho-suji via Hakata Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Karatsu and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Karatsu to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Karatsu and arriving at Kumamoto via Saga and Shin-Tosu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Karatsu to Kumamoto?

The distance between Karatsu and Kumamoto is 141 km. The road distance is 126.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Karatsu to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Karatsu to Kumamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Kumamoto bus from?

Karatsu to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Showa Bus, depart from Oteguchi station.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Kumamoto train from?

Karatsu to Kumamoto train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), depart from Karatsu station.

Train or bus from Karatsu to Kumamoto?

The best way to get from Karatsu to Kumamoto is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $28.26 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Karatsu to Kumamoto bus arrive?

Karatsu to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Showa Bus, arrive at Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 station.

Where does the Karatsu to Kumamoto train arrive?

Karatsu to Kumamoto train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Saga station.

Can I drive from Karatsu to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Karatsu to Kumamoto is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Karatsu to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 278+ hotels available in Kumamoto. Prices start at $25.66 per night.
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