Shimabara - Fukuoka Line (Express)
Operation information
Shimabara - Fukuoka (Shimabara Express)
| Reservations | All seats reserved (Reservation required) |
|---|---|
| Number of buses | 3 round-trips per day |
| Time required | 3 hours, 30 minutes, Shimabara-kou - Fukuoka (Tenjin) |
| Operating interval | 1 departure in AM, 2 departures in PM |
| Operating company | Shimabara Railway, Nishi-Nippon Railroad |
*All seats are reserved. Please make your reservation in advance.
*Tickets go on sales 1 month prior to the boarding date.
*If empty seats are available, you may be able to ride on the day-of without a reservation.
*The time required represents the fastest, or standard, time per section, and is subject to delays depending on factors including traffic. Be sure to allow plenty of time.
Timetable・Fares(Fukuoka～Shimabara)
Shimabara（Shimabara-kou・Shimabara-eki） → Fukuoka（Tenjin・Hakata）
| Shimabara-kou | Shimabara-eki-mae | Isahaya-eki-mae | Tenjin BT | Hakata BT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7:03 | 7:10 | 8:17 | 10:21 | 10:39 |
| 2 | 11:33 | 11:40 | 12:50 | 14:46 | 15:02 |
| 3 | 16:03 | 16:10 | 17:20 | 19:16 | 19:30 |
Fukuoka（Tenjin・Hakata） → Shimabara（Shimabara-kou・Shimabara-eki）
| Hakata BT | Tenjin BT | Isahaya-eki-mae | Shimabara-eki-mae | Shimabara-kou | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8:51 | 9:10 | 11:08 | 12:18 | 12:25 |
| 2 | 12:51 | 13:10 | 15:13 | 16:23 | 16:30 |
| 3 | 18:01 | 18:20 | 20:18 | 21:28 | 21:35 |
*For those near Unzen / Obama / Isahaya, see the transfer information listed below.
Information on bus stops
Shimabara-kou
Shimabara-eki-mae
Hakata Bus Terminal 3F Bus Stop 31
Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal 3F Bus Stop 4
*1F is the Fukuoka Mitsukoshi entrance (Lion Square), and 2F is Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station.
*1F is the Fukuoka Mitsukoshi entrance (Lion Square), and 2F is Nishitetsu-Fukuoka (Tenjin) Station.
Onboard facilities
The bus is equipped with facilities to ensure you have a comfortable ride despite the long time.
*Availability may vary by bus.
*Smoking is prohibited on the bus.
*Outlets or USB power ports are available.
(Certain buses only)
*Smoking is prohibited on the bus.
*Outlets or USB power ports are available.
(Certain buses only)
*Due to the inspection of the vehicle, it may be operated with a vehicle without a toilet. If the train does not have a toilet, there will be a restroom stop along the way. We apologize for the inconvenience and inconvenience for our customers, but we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Enjoy traveling with relaxing reclining!
Inquiries or Reservations by Phone
Inquiries
Information
0957-62-4705
Reception time 6:45AM to 18:10PM
Round-trip Tickets / Web Coupon Tickets
Round-trip tickets and coupon tickets can be purchased 1 month in advance.
Round-trip ticket
| Counter sales | Web | |
|---|---|---|
| Shimabara (Shimabara-kou / Shimabara-eki-mae) ⇔ Fukuoka (Tenjin / Hakata) | ￥6,120 | ￥5,800 |
| Isahaya-eki-mae ⇔ Fukuoka (Tenjin / Hakata) | ￥5,400 | ￥4,930 |
Web coupon tickets
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Shimabara (Shimabara-kou / Shimabara-eki-mae) ⇔ Fukuoka (Tenjin / Hakata) | ￥10,880 (4 tickets) |
| Isahaya-eki-mae ⇔ Fukuoka (Tenjin / Hakata) | ￥9,280 (4 tickets) |
Information for Transfers Between Unzen - Fukuoka
The transfer ticket is a great deal for persons traveling from Unzen, Obama, or Chijiwa to Fukuoka and persons traveling to Unzen, Obama, or Chijiwa from Fukuoka and for those coming to Unzen via Shimabara.
You may not be able to transfer to your intended departure due to delays or the like.
In that case, please use the next departure. Please be aware that refunds are not available if you use p art of the transfer ticket.
You may not be able to transfer to your intended departure due to delays or the like.
In that case, please use the next departure. Please be aware that refunds are not available if you use p art of the transfer ticket.
Unzen / Obama - Isahaya Transfer Timetable
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Unzen - Shimabara Transfer Timetable
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