What is the cheapest way to get from Ibusuki to Kagoshima?

The cheapest way to get from Ibusuki to Kagoshima is to drive which costs ¥750 - ¥1100 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ibusuki to Kagoshima?

The fastest way to get from Ibusuki to Kagoshima is to ferry which takes 40 min and costs ¥3500.

Is there a direct bus between Ibusuki and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct bus from Ibusuki to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Ibusuki Eki Mae and arriving at Kagoshimachuo via Kagoshima Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct ferry between Ibusuki and Kagoshima?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Ibusuki and arriving at Kagoshima. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Ibusuki and Kagoshima?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ibusuki and arriving at Korimoto(Jr). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Ibusuki to Kagoshima?

The distance between Ibusuki and Kagoshima is 46 km. The road distance is 43.8 km.

How do I travel from Ibusuki to Kagoshima without a car?

The best way to get from Ibusuki to Kagoshima without a car is to ferry which takes 40 min and costs ¥3500.

How long does it take to get from Ibusuki to Kagoshima?

The ferry from Ibusuki to Kagoshima takes 40 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ibusuki to Kagoshima bus from?

Ibusuki to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Kagoshima Kotsu, depart from Ibusuki Eki Mae station.

Where do I catch the Ibusuki to Kagoshima train from?

Ibusuki to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), depart from Ibusuki station.

Train or bus from Ibusuki to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Ibusuki to Kagoshima is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3100 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Ibusuki to Kagoshima bus arrive?

Ibusuki to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Kagoshima Kotsu, arrive at Kagoshima Airport station.

Where does the Ibusuki to Kagoshima train arrive?

Ibusuki to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Korimoto(Jr) station.

Can I drive from Ibusuki to Kagoshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Ibusuki to Kagoshima is 44 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Ibusuki to Kagoshima.

Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 236+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

Ibusuki to Kagoshima - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ibusuki to Kagoshima by ferry, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Ibusuki to Kagoshimaferry
40 min
¥3,500
Drive 43.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ibusuki to Kagoshimacar 43.8 km
1h
¥760–1,098
Train
1. Take the train from Ibusuki to Korimoto(Jr)train [36135] JR Ibusuki Makurazaki / ...
1h 6m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ibusuki Eki Mae to Kagoshima Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Kagoshima Airport to Kagoshimachuobus
2h 19m
¥3,150–3,800
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ibusuki to Kagoshimataxi 43.8 km
1h
¥14,000–17,000

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Distance: 45.5 km
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Ibusuki, Japan and Kagoshima, Japan?

Toppy & Rocket operates a ferry from Ibusuki to Kagoshima once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,500 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) operates a train from Ibusuki to Korimoto(Jr) hourly, and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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