How to travel from Shizuoka to Sasebo, Japan
The distance between Shizuoka and Sasebo is around 919km (571 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 15m.
12 routes found
We've found 12 different ways to get from Shizuoka to Sasebo by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sasebo → Shizuoka if you're planning a return trip.
Train to Nagoya, Fly
Take the train to Nagoya then fly from Chūbu Centrair (NGO) to Nagasaki (NGS).
- Duration4h 15m
- Flight time1h 30m
- Typical cost¥34,500($250)
Multiple operators
6 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Hiroshima then Shin-Tosu and then to Sasebo.
- Duration6hrs
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥27,515($200)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Train to Nagoya, bus
Take the train to Nagoya then take the bus to Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway BT and then to Sasebo.
- Duration14h 35m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥19,575($145)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Shizuoka and Sasebo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Shizuoka to Sasebo by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ¥19,575 ($145) and will take around 14h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥34,500 ($250).
The distance between Shizuoka and Sasebo is around 919km (571 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 823km (511 miles)
It takes around 6hrs to get from Shizuoka and Sasebo by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 30m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Shizuoka to Sasebo is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx ¥34,500 ($250).
The cheapest way to travel between Shizuoka and Sasebo, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥19,575 ($145) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Shizuoka and Sasebo. It typically takes around 6hrs and departs twice daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Shizuoka to Sasebo. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hiroshima and Shin-Tosu. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 6hrs.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Shizuoka and Sasebo. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 6hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Shizuoka and Sasebo. We recommend that you take the train to Nagoya then fly from Chūbu Centrair (NGO) to Nagasaki (NGS). instead which will take 4h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Shizuoka to Sasebo. We recommend that you fly from Shizuoka (FSZ) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Sasebo. instead which will take 4h 45m.
The closest major airport to Sasebo is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Sasebo. Saga Airport (HSG) (HSG) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Shizuoka and Sasebo. The distance is around 1,022km (635 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 30m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Shizuoka to Sasebo is to take the train which takes, on average, 6hrs and will usually cost around ¥27,515 ($200).
Compare travel optionsbetween Shizuoka and Sasebo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train to Nagoya, Fly + 6 similar | 4h 15m | ¥34,500($250) | hourly | 936km (581 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 25m | ¥32,035($235) | hourly | 1,177km (731 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 45m | ¥35,045($255) | every 4 hours | 919km (571 miles) |
| Train to Nagoya, plane | 5hrs | ¥37,920($275) | hourly | 930km (578 miles) |
| Train to Nagoya, plane | 5h 15m | ¥36,690($270) | hourly | 937km (582 miles) |
| Train to Shinagawa, plane | 5h 15m | ¥37,235($270) | 5 times a day | 1,162km (722 miles) |
| Train to Nagoya, plane | 5h 60m | ¥38,605($280) | hourly | 987km (613 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 6hrs | ¥27,515($200) | twice daily | 1,007km (626 miles) |
| Train via Nagoya | 6h 30m | ¥27,515($200) | hourly | 1,013km (629 miles) |
Train to Nagoya, bus + 1 similar | 14h 35m | ¥19,575($145) | once daily | 1,091km (678 miles) |
| Train and Bus | 15h 30m | ¥25,465($185) | once daily | 1,186km (737 miles) |
Drive | 11h 30m | ¥15,335($110) | on demand | 1,022km (635 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Shizuoka and Sasebo
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Solaseed Air
Star Flyer
Bus companies
Kintetsu Bus
Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus
Meitetsu Bus
Nishitetsu
Train operators
Airports near Sasebo
The following major airports near Sasebo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
- Distance
- 35km (22 miles) from Sasebo
Saga Airport (HSG)
- Distance
- 55km (34 miles) from Sasebo
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Sasebo