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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karatsu to Kurume

Composite routes from Karatsu to Kurume

Cheapest
53 min
Car
69 km.
from $3
Other
2 h 50 min
52 km.
from $19.46

Transport providers

Train operators

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 Kiyama
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.50–$3.48
Bus from Kiyama AP to Nishitetsu
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.93–$8.15

Showa Bus

Website:
showa-bus.jp
Bus from Arupino-mae to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.87
Bus from Oteguchi to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Karatsu to Kurume is to drive which costs $7.07 - $10.87 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Karatsu to Kurume is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $7.07 - $10.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Karatsu and Kurume?

No, there is no direct bus from Karatsu to Kurume. However, there are services departing from Oteguchi and arriving at Nishitetsu Kurume via Hakata Bus Terminal and Kiyama AP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Karatsu and Kurume?

No, there is no direct train from Karatsu to Kurume. However, there are services departing from Karatsu and arriving at Kurume via Saga and Shin-Tosu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Karatsu to Kurume?

The distance between Karatsu and Kurume is 88 km. The road distance is 69.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Karatsu to Kurume without a car is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $17.39 - $35.87 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Karatsu to Kurume, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Kurume bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Kurume train from?

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

Train or bus from Karatsu to Kurume?

The best way to get from Karatsu to Kurume is to bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $17.39 - $35.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Karatsu to Kurume bus arrive?

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

Where does the Karatsu to Kurume train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karatsu to Kurume?

Yes, the driving distance between Karatsu to Kurume is 69 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Karatsu to Kurume.

Where can I stay near Kurume?

There are 177+ hotels available in Kurume. Prices start at $29.70 per night.
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