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

The cheapest way to get from Kagoshima to Imari is to drive which costs ¥4900 - ¥7500 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kagoshima to Imari is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct bus between Kagoshima and Imari?

No, there is no direct bus from Kagoshima station to Imari station. However, there are services departing from Kagoshima Chuo Station and arriving at Imariekimae(Imari Station) via Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Kagoshima and Imari?

No, there is no direct train from Kagoshima to Imari. However, there are services departing from Kagoshima Chuo and arriving at Imari via Shin-Tosu and Arita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Kagoshima to Imari?

The distance between Kagoshima and Imari is 309 km. The road distance is 290.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kagoshima to Imari without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Kagoshima to Imari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kagoshima to Imari bus from?

Kagoshima to Imari bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Kagoshima Chuo Station.

Where do I catch the Kagoshima to Imari train from?

Kagoshima to Imari train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kagoshima Chuo station.

Train or bus from Kagoshima to Imari?

The best way to get from Kagoshima to Imari is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4300 - ¥12000 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Kagoshima to Imari bus arrive?

Kagoshima to Imari bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kagoshima to Imari train arrive?

Kagoshima to Imari train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin Tosu station.

Can I drive from Kagoshima to Imari?

Yes, the driving distance between Kagoshima to Imari is 290 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Kagoshima to Imari.

Where can I stay near Imari?

There are 220+ hotels available in Imari.

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There are 4 ways to get from Kagoshima to Imari by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kagoshima Chuo to Shin Tosutrain Sakura
2. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Aritatrain Midori / ...
3h 57m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kagoshima Chuo Station to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminalbus Sakurajima
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal to Imariekimae(Imari Station)bus いまり号
7h 37m
¥4,300–11,616
Drive 290.5 km
1. Drive from Kagoshima to Imaricar 290.5 km
4h 12m
¥4,992–7,211
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)plane KOJ - FUK
2. Take the train from Hakata to Aritatrain
6h 2m

Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) flights

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Distance: 308.7 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from Kagoshima Chuo to Imari via Shin-Tosu and Arita in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kagoshima Chuo Station to Imariekimae(Imari Station) via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal and Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal in around 7h 37m.

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