What is the cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Chiran?

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Chiran is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Chiran?

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Chiran is to train and taxi which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto and Chiran?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumamoto to Chiran. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT and arriving at Kagoshimachuo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Chiran?

The distance between Kumamoto and Chiran is 190 km. The road distance is 202.6 km.

How do I travel from Kumamoto to Chiran without a car?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Chiran without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

How long does it take to get from Kumamoto to Chiran?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Kumamoto to Chiran, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Chiran bus from?

Kumamoto to Chiran bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, depart from Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT station.

Where does the Kumamoto to Chiran bus arrive?

Kumamoto to Chiran bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, arrive at Kagoshimachuo station.

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Chiran?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Chiran is 203 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Kumamoto to Chiran.

Where can I stay near Chiran?

There are 236+ hotels available in Chiran.

Kumamoto to Chiran - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kumamoto to Chiran by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kagoshima Chuotrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the taxi from Kagoshima Chuo to Chirantaxi
1h 39m
¥11,857–15,270
Drive 202.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Chirancar 202.6 km
3h 6m
¥3,515–5,077
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT to Kagoshimachuobus Kirishima
4h 57m
¥8,800–9,700

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Distance: 190.1 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Kumamoto, Japan and Chiran, Japan?

Sanko Bus operates a bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT to Kagoshimachuo 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥4,200 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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