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

The cheapest way to get from Shimane to Saga is to drive which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimane to Saga is to fly and train which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥32000 - ¥49000.

Is there a direct train between Shimane and Saga?

No, there is no direct train from Shimane to Saga. However, there are services departing from Matsueshinjikoonsen and arriving at Saga via Izumoshi, Shin-Yamaguchi and Hakata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Shimane to Saga?

The distance between Shimane and Saga is 367 km. The road distance is 429.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimane to Saga without a car is to train via Okayama which takes 6h 5m and costs ¥17000 - ¥26000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Shimane to Saga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimane to Saga train from?

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

Where does the Shimane to Saga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shimane to Saga?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimane to Saga is 429 km. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Shimane to Saga.

Where can I stay near Saga?

There are 156+ hotels available in Saga.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Shimane to Saga by plane, train, night bus, 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.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Izumo Airport (IZO) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)IZO - FUK
2. Take the train from Hakata to Saga
2h 48m
¥32,627–48,358
Drive 429.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsue to Saga429.4 km
5h 56m
¥7,260–10,486
Train via Okayama
1. Take the train from Matsue to Okayama[186836] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 14 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin-TosuSakura
6h 5m
¥17,934–25,832
Night bus, bus
1. Take the night bus from Matsue Station to Hakata Bus TerminalIzumo Dream Hakata
2. Take the bus from Kiyama PA to Saga Station Bus CenterFukuoka Airport
10h 4m
¥9,654–14,782
Train
1. Take the train from Izumoshi to Shin-Yamaguchi
2. Take the train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Hakata
3. Take the train from Hakata to Saga
7h 33m
¥12,196–17,916

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

14Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

¥35,398Cheapest Price

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Distance: 367.5 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a vehicle from Matsue to Saga via Matsue, Okayama, and Shin-Tosu in around 6h 5m.

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