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

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu is to train which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Kitakyushu?

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

How far is it from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu?

The distance between Kumamoto and Kitakyushu is 154 km. The road distance is 149.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

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

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

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Kitakyushu train from?

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

Where does the Kumamoto to Kitakyushu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Kitakyushu is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu.

Where can I stay near Kitakyushu?

There are 205+ hotels available in Kitakyushu.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kokuratrain Sakura
1h
¥2,200–3,200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Hakata Bus Terminalbus Hinokuni
2. Take the train from Hakata to Space Worldtrain JB/JA Kagoshima Line Section Rapid / ...
3h 47m
Drive 149.4 km
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Kitakyushucar 149.4 km
2h 6m
¥2,567–3,708

Kumamoto to Kitakyushu by train

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Distance: 154.3 km
Duration: 1h

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kumamoto to Kokura every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,200–3,200 and the journey takes 1h.

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