What is the cheapest way to get from Kurume to Iwakuni?

The cheapest way to get from Kurume to Iwakuni is to train which costs ¥3900 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kurume to Iwakuni?

The fastest way to get from Kurume to Iwakuni is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Kurume and Iwakuni?

No, there is no direct train from Kurume to Iwakuni. However, there are services departing from Kurume and arriving at Iwakuni via Shin-Yamaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Kurume to Iwakuni?

The distance between Kurume and Iwakuni is 268 km. The road distance is 251.2 km.

How do I travel from Kurume to Iwakuni without a car?

The best way to get from Kurume to Iwakuni without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs ¥3900 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Kurume to Iwakuni?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Kurume to Iwakuni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kurume to Iwakuni train from?

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

Where does the Kurume to Iwakuni train arrive?

Kurume to Iwakuni train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin Yamaguchi station.

Can I drive from Kurume to Iwakuni?

Yes, the driving distance between Kurume to Iwakuni is 251 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Kurume to Iwakuni.

Where can I stay near Iwakuni?

There are 122+ hotels available in Iwakuni.

Kurume to Iwakuni - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kurume to Iwakuni by train or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kurume to Shin Yamaguchitrain Sakura
2. Take the train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Iwakunitrain San-yō Line Local
3h 54m
¥3,905–5,597
Drive 251.2 km
1. Drive from Kurume to Iwakunicar 251.2 km
3h 26m
¥4,364–6,303
Train via Kitakyushu
1. Take the train from Tosu to Kokuratrain
2. Take the train from Kokura to Tokuyamatrain
3. Take the train from Tokuyama to Iwakunitrain
6h 27m

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Distance: 268.2 km
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Kurume, Japan and Iwakuni, Japan?

You can take a train from Kurume to Iwakuni via Shin-Yamaguchi in around 3h 54m.

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