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

The cheapest way to get from Kurume to Kumamoto is to train which costs ¥1000 - ¥1400 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kurume to Kumamoto is to train which takes 20 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct bus between Kurume and Kumamoto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kurume IC and arriving at Miso-tenjin. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kurume and Kumamoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kurume and arriving at Kumamoto. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Kurume to Kumamoto?

The distance between Kurume and Kumamoto is 66 km. The road distance is 69.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kurume to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400.

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

The train from Kurume to Kumamoto takes 20 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kurume to Kumamoto bus from?

Kurume to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Kurume IC station.

Where do I catch the Kurume to Kumamoto train from?

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

Train or bus from Kurume to Kumamoto?

The best way to get from Kurume to Kumamoto is to train which takes 20 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1900 - ¥2800 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Kurume to Kumamoto bus arrive?

Kurume to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Miso-tenjin station.

Where does the Kurume to Kumamoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kurume to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Kurume to Kumamoto is 69 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Kurume to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 519+ hotels available in Kumamoto.

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There are 4 ways to get from Kurume to Kumamoto by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kurume to Kumamototrain Sakura / ...
20 min
¥1,000–1,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kurume IC to Miso-tenjinbus Hinokuni
1h 29m
¥1,900–2,800
Drive 69.1 km
1. Drive from Kurume to Kumamotocar 69.1 km
57 min
¥1,185–1,711
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kurume to Kumamototaxi 69.1 km
57 min
¥31,000–37,000

Kurume to Kumamoto by train

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Distance: 66.3 km
Duration: 20 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kurume to Kumamoto hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,000–1,400 and the journey takes 20 min. JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Nishitetsu Bus operates a bus from Kurume IC to Miso-tenjin every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,900–2,800 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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