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

The cheapest way to get from Kagoshima to Minamata is to train which costs ¥1500 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kagoshima to Minamata is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct train between Kagoshima and Minamata?

No, there is no direct train from Kagoshima to Minamata. However, there are services departing from Kagoshima Chuo and arriving at Minamata via Izumi(Kagoshima). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Kagoshima to Minamata?

The distance between Kagoshima and Minamata is 84 km. The road distance is 91 km.

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

The best way to get from Kagoshima to Minamata without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Kagoshima to Minamata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kagoshima to Minamata train from?

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

Where does the Kagoshima to Minamata train arrive?

Kagoshima to Minamata train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Izumi Kagoshima station.

Can I drive from Kagoshima to Minamata?

Yes, the driving distance between Kagoshima to Minamata is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Kagoshima to Minamata.

Where can I stay near Minamata?

There are 16+ hotels available in Minamata.

Kagoshima to Minamata - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kagoshima to Minamata by train or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kagoshima Chuo to Izumi Kagoshimatrain Sakura
2. Take the train from Izumi(Kagoshima) to Minamatatrain [183188] Hisatsu Orange Railway / ...
1h 30m
¥1,528–2,040
Drive 91 km
1. Drive from Kagoshima to Minamatacar 91 km
1h 45m
¥1,563–2,258
Train via Satsumasendai
1. Take the train from Kagoshima-Chuo to Sendai(Kagoshima)train [35578] Jr Kagoshima
2. Take the train from Sendai(Kagoshima) to Minamatatrain [183188] Hisatsu Orange Railway / ...
3h 28m

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Distance: 84.1 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a train from Kagoshima Chuo to Minamata via Izumi(Kagoshima) in around 1h 30m.

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