How to Get to Hirado Kaijyo Hotel
Sample routes by car and public transportation.
Travel times vary depending on traffic and schedules.
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Fukuoka Airport
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1) Depart Fukuoka Airport
Start from the Domestic/International terminal area.
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2) Fukuoka Urban Expressway → Dazaifu IC
Take the Fukuoka Urban Expressway and join the Kyushu Expressway at Dazaifu IC.
Est. ~20 min Signs: Dazaifu -
3) Kyushu Expressway (toward Nagasaki) → Tosu JCT
Continue on the Kyushu Expressway and pass through Tosu JCT.
Est. ~25 min Landmark: Tosu JCT -
4) Nagasaki Expressway → Takeo JCT (to Nishi-Kyushu Expressway)
Proceed on the Nagasaki Expressway, then switch to the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway at Takeo JCT.
Est. ~35 min Landmark: Takeo JCT -
5) Nishi-Kyushu Expressway → Saza IC
Head north and exit at Saza IC.
Est. ~30 min Landmark: Saza IC -
6) Prefectural Route 227 → National Route 204 (toward Hirado)
Continue toward Hirado on local roads. The mountainous section has many curves.
Est. ~20 min Landmark: Route 204 -
7) Hirado Bridge → Hirado city area
Cross the red suspension bridge “Hirado Bridge” and continue into Hirado.
Est. ~5 min Landmark: Hirado Bridge / Hirado Port -
8) Arrive at Hirado Kaijyo Hotel (Okubo-machi)
The hotel stands along the waterfront.
Arrive Destination: Hirado Kaijyo Hotel
* Travel time may be longer on holidays, in rain, or in late afternoon.
* The mountain area is dark at night; passing before sunset is recommended.
* Refueling around the Saza IC area is a good idea.
Nagasaki Airport
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1) Depart Nagasaki Airport
Start from Nagasaki Airport (Omura City).
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2) Toward Omura / Higashisonogi → connect to the Nagasaki Expressway (toward Takeo)
Drive toward Omura–Higashisonogi and connect to the Nagasaki Expressway in the direction of Takeo.
Est. ~20–30 min Signs: Omura / Higashisonogi -
3) Takeo JCT (to Nishi-Kyushu Expressway)
At Takeo JCT, switch to the Nishi-Kyushu Expressway.
Landmark: Takeo JCT Expressway: Nishi-Kyushu -
4) Nishi-Kyushu Expressway → Saza IC
Head north and exit at Saza IC.
Est. ~50–60 min Landmark: Saza IC -
5) Prefectural Route 227 → National Route 204 (toward Hirado)
Continue toward Hirado on local roads. The mountainous section has many curves.
Est. ~20 min Landmark: Route 204 -
6) Hirado Bridge → Hirado city area
Cross “Hirado Bridge” and continue into Hirado.
Est. ~5 min Landmark: Hirado Bridge / Hirado Port -
7) Arrive at Hirado Kaijyo Hotel (Okubo-machi)
The hotel stands along the waterfront.
Arrive Destination: Hirado Kaijyo Hotel
* Travel time may be longer on holidays, in rain, or in late afternoon.
* The mountain area is dark at night; passing before sunset is recommended.
* Refueling around the Saza IC area is a good idea.
Hakata Station
Option A: Direct express bus (no transfers)
A direct service from HEARTS Bus Station Hakata (walkable from Hakata Station). Timetables may change by season and day of the week, so please check the latest schedule before departure.
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1) Hakata Station (Hakata Exit) → HEARTS Bus Station Hakata (walk)
Walk from the station front on the Hakata Exit side.
Est. ~5 min Fare: free -
2) Express bus (Satsuki Kanko) → Hirado Pier
Stops vary by service. Some routes call at intermediate stops.
Duration: ~150 min Fare: ~JPY 3,500 (one-way adult) Note: reservations may be required in peak seasons -
3) Arrive at Hirado Pier (bus stop)
A convenient hub with taxis and tourist information nearby.
Arrive Destination: Hirado Pier
Option B: JR + local bus (1 transfer)
This route transfers to a local bus at Sasebo. Total time depends on connections and waiting time.
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1) JR Hakata Station → Sasebo Station (Limited Express “Midori”, etc.)
Take a limited express service toward Sasebo.
Est. ~1 hr 50 min Fare: ~JPY 2,450–4,750 (varies by seat/discount) -
2) Sasebo Station → Hirado Pier (Saihi Bus)
From the station-front bus stop, use services to Hirado Pier (some routes via Tabira Port).
Duration: ~1 hr 33 min Fare: ~JPY 1,800 Direct service -
3) Arrive at Hirado Pier (bus stop)
Total estimate: around 3.5 hours / JPY 4,250–6,550 (varies by connections and discounts).
Arrive Total: ~3.5 hours Total fare: ~JPY 4,250–6,550
* Times and fares are estimates and may change due to season, day of week, traffic, and timetable revisions.
* Some express bus services require reservations or may charge a reservation fee.
* If you have large luggage, please confirm baggage rules with each transport provider.