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

The cheapest way to get from Karatsu to Kitakyushu is to drive which costs ¥1900 - ¥2800 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karatsu to Kitakyushu is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2800.

Is there a direct bus between Karatsu and Kitakyushu?

No, there is no direct bus from Karatsu to Kitakyushu. However, there are services departing from Sakae-machi-Higashi and arriving at 三萩野下り via Hakata Bus Terminal and 基山下り. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Karatsu and Kitakyushu?

No, there is no direct train from Karatsu to Kitakyushu. However, there are services departing from Karatsu and arriving at Kokura via Saga and Shin-Tosu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Karatsu to Kitakyushu?

The distance between Karatsu and Kitakyushu is 151 km. The road distance is 113.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Karatsu to Kitakyushu without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Karatsu to Kitakyushu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Kitakyushu bus from?

Karatsu to Kitakyushu bus services, operated by Showa Bus, depart from Sakae-machi-Higashi station.

Where do I catch the Karatsu to Kitakyushu train from?

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

Train or bus from Karatsu to Kitakyushu?

The best way to get from Karatsu to Kitakyushu is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2900 - ¥4200 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Karatsu to Kitakyushu bus arrive?

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

Where does the Karatsu to Kitakyushu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karatsu to Kitakyushu?

Yes, the driving distance between Karatsu to Kitakyushu is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Karatsu to Kitakyushu.

Where can I stay near Kitakyushu?

There are 201+ hotels available in Kitakyushu.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Karatsu to Kitakyushu 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
best
1. Take the train from Karatsu to Sagatrain [36392] JR Karatsu / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Kokuratrain Sakura / ...
2h 40m
Drive 113.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karatsu to Kitakyushucar 113.6 km
1h 33m
¥1,942–2,805
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Arupino-mae to Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕bus からつ号
2. Take the train from Hakata to Space Worldtrain JB/JA Kagoshima Line Section Rapid / ...
2h 58m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sakae-machi-Higashi to Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕bus からつ号
2. Take the bus from 基山下り to 三萩野下りbus 北九州【高速】 / ...
3h 57m
¥2,936–4,141

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Karatsu to Kitakyushu.

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Distance: 151.1 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Karatsu to Kokura via Saga and Shin-Tosu in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sakae-machi-Higashi to 三萩野下り via Hakata Bus Terminal, Kiyama AP, and 基山下り in around 3h 57m.

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