What is the cheapest way to get from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto?

The cheapest way to get from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto is to car ferry and bus which costs ¥1300 - ¥1600 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto?

The fastest way to get from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto is to car ferry and drive which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1700.

How far is it from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto?

The distance between Shimabara Ferry Terminal and Kumamoto is 29 km.

How do I travel from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto without a car?

The best way to get from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto without a car is to car ferry and bus which takes 1h 46m and costs ¥1300 - ¥1600.

How long does it take to get from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Shimabara Ferry Terminal and Kumamoto?

Kumamoto is 3h 30m ahead of Shimabara Ferry Terminal. It is currently 3:30 PM in Shimabara Ferry Terminal and 7:00 PM in Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 378+ hotels available in Kumamoto.

Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto - 2 ways to travel via car ferry, and bus

There are 2 ways to get from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto by car ferry, 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.

Car ferry, bus
best
1. Take the car ferry from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto Port
2. Take the bus from Kumamoto Ko Ferry Noriba Mae to Jozan Hoikuen IriguchiS3-2：熊本港→西区役所～蓮台寺→桜町バスターミナル
1h 46m
¥1,390–1,510
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Taira Port to Nagasu Port
2. Drive from Nagasu Port to Kumamoto
1h 30m
¥1,253–1,666

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 29.2 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Shimabara Ferry Terminal, Japan and Kumamoto, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto. However, you can take the car ferry to Kumamoto Port, walk to Kumamoto Ko Ferry Noriba Mae, then take the bus to Jozan Hoikuen Iriguchi. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto via Taira Port and Nagasu Port in around 1h 30m.

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