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

The cheapest way to get from Beppu to Karatsu is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4500 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beppu to Karatsu is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct bus between Beppu and Karatsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Beppu to Karatsu. However, there are services departing from Beppu Kitahama and arriving at Sakae-machi-Higashi via Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Beppu and Karatsu?

No, there is no direct train from Beppu to Karatsu. However, there are services departing from Beppu and arriving at Karatsu via Hakata and Meinohama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Beppu to Karatsu?

The distance between Beppu and Karatsu is 241 km. The road distance is 182.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Beppu to Karatsu without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 9m and costs ¥6000 - ¥27000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Beppu to Karatsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beppu to Karatsu bus from?

Beppu to Karatsu bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Beppu Kitahama station.

Where do I catch the Beppu to Karatsu train from?

Beppu to Karatsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Beppu station.

Train or bus from Beppu to Karatsu?

The best way to get from Beppu to Karatsu is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs ¥3900 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Beppu to Karatsu bus arrive?

Beppu to Karatsu bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Beppu to Karatsu train arrive?

Beppu to Karatsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Hakata station.

Can I drive from Beppu to Karatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Beppu to Karatsu is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Beppu to Karatsu.

Where can I stay near Karatsu?

There are 144+ hotels available in Karatsu.

Beppu to Karatsu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Beppu to Karatsu by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Beppu to Hakatatrain Sonic / ...
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 to Arupino-maebus からつ号
4h 9m
¥6,140–26,100
Drive 182.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Beppu to Karatsucar 182.9 km
2h 24m
¥3,105–4,485
Bus
1. Take the bus from Beppu Kitahama to Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminalbus Toyonokuni
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal to Sakae-machi-Higashibus からつ号
4h 28m
¥3,983–5,636
Train
1. Take the train from Beppu to Hakatatrain Sonic / ...
2. Take the train from Meinohama to Karatsutrain [36842] Jr Chikuhi / ...
4h 18m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Beppu to Karatsu.

Launch map view

Distance: 240.9 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Beppu, Japan and Karatsu, Japan?

You can take a bus from Beppu Kitahama to Sakae-machi-Higashi via Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal and Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Beppu to Karatsu via Hakata, Hakata, Meinohama, and Meinohama in around 4h 18m.

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