What is the cheapest way to get from Saga to Shimane?

The cheapest way to get from Saga to Shimane is to drive which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 6h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saga to Shimane?

The fastest way to get from Saga to Shimane is to train and fly which takes 3h 15m and costs ¥32000 - ¥50000.

Is there a direct train between Saga and Shimane?

No, there is no direct train from Saga to Shimane. However, there are services departing from Saga and arriving at Matsueshinjikoonsen via Hakata, Shin-Yamaguchi and Dentetsuizumoshi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Saga to Shimane?

The distance between Saga and Shimane is 367 km. The road distance is 424.9 km.

How do I travel from Saga to Shimane without a car?

The best way to get from Saga to Shimane without a car is to train which takes 7h 31m and costs ¥12000 - ¥19000.

How long does it take to get from Saga to Shimane?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Saga to Shimane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saga to Shimane train from?

Saga to Shimane train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Saga station.

Where does the Saga to Shimane train arrive?

Saga to Shimane train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Hakata station.

Can I drive from Saga to Shimane?

Yes, the driving distance between Saga to Shimane is 425 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Saga to Shimane.

Where can I stay near Shimane?

There are 22+ hotels available in Shimane.

Saga to Shimane - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Saga to Shimane by train, plane, bus, night 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, fly
best
1. Take the train from Saga to Hakata
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Izumo Airport (IZO)FUK - IZO
3h 15m
¥32,529–49,170
Drive 424.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saga to Matsue424.9 km
6h 1m
¥7,258–10,483
Train
1. Take the train from Saga to Hakata
2. Take the train from Hakata to Shin-Yamaguchi
3. Take the train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Izumoshi
7h 31m
¥12,209–18,120
Bus, night bus
1. Take the bus from Saga Daini Godochosha to Kiyama PA
2. Take the bus from 基山下り to 小倉駅前下り
3. Take the night bus from Kokura to Matsue Station
11h 2m
¥11,400–18,669
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from Saga to HakataMidori / ...
2. Take the night bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Izumoshi StationIzumo Dream Hakata
12h 28m
¥9,109–14,120

Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Izumo Airport (IZO) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

¥35,646Cheapest Price

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Distance: 367.1 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Saga, Japan and Shimane, Japan?

You can take a train from Saga to Matsueshinjikoonsen via Hakata, Shin-Yamaguchi, and Dentetsuizumoshi in around 7h 31m.

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