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

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Hiroshima is to train which costs ¥5000 - ¥7000 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Hiroshima is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Hiroshima?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Hiroshima. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Hiroshima?

The distance between Kumamoto and Hiroshima is 345 km. The road distance is 354.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Hiroshima without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7000.

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

The train from Kumamoto to Hiroshima takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Hiroshima train from?

Kumamoto to Hiroshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kumamoto station.

Where does the Kumamoto to Hiroshima train arrive?

Kumamoto to Hiroshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Hiroshima station.

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Hiroshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Hiroshima is 355 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Kumamoto to Hiroshima.

Where can I stay near Hiroshima?

There are 734+ hotels available in Hiroshima.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Hiroshimatrain Sakura
1h 52m
¥5,000–7,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Hakata Bus Terminalbus Hinokuni
2. Take the train from Hakata Fukuoka to Hiroshimatrain Sakura / ...
3h 36m
¥6,100–9,308
Drive 354.5 km
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Hiroshimacar 354.5 km
4h 34m
¥6,151–8,884

Kumamoto to Hiroshima by train

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 344.7 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kumamoto to Hiroshima every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥5,000–7,000 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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