What is the cheapest way to get from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto?

The cheapest way to get from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto is to train which costs ¥2300 - ¥3300 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto?

The fastest way to get from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct bus between Kagoshima Station and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Kagoshima and arriving at Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT via Ebino IC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kagoshima Station and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Kagoshima and arriving at Kumamoto via Kagoshima Chuo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto?

The distance between Kagoshima Station and Kumamoto is 162 km. The road distance is 166.2 km.

How do I travel from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto without a car?

The best way to get from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3300.

How long does it take to get from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto bus from?

Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Miyazaki Kotsu, depart from Kagoshima station.

Where do I catch the Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto train from?

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

Train or bus from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto?

The best way to get from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7836 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto bus arrive?

Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Miyazaki Kotsu, arrive at Ebi no IC station.

Where does the Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto train arrive?

Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Kumamoto station.

Can I drive from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 499+ hotels available in Kumamoto.

Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kagoshima Station to Kumamoto by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Kagoshima Chuo to Kumamototrain Tsubame
1h 33m
¥2,300–3,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kagoshima to Ebi no ICbus
2. Take the bus from Ebino IC to Kumamoto Sakuramachi BTbus
4h 11m
¥7,836
Drive 166.2 km
1. Drive from Kagoshima Station to Kumamotocar 166.2 km
2h 33m
¥2,885–4,166

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Distance: 162.2 km
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Kagoshima Station, Japan and Kumamoto, Japan?

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) operates a train from Kagoshima Chuo to Kumamoto every 2 hours, and the journey takes 57 min. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kagoshima to Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT via Ebi no IC and Ebino IC in around 4h 11m.

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