What is the cheapest way to get from Shibushi to Kagoshima?

The cheapest way to get from Shibushi to Kagoshima is to drive which costs ¥1500 - ¥2200 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shibushi to Kagoshima?

The fastest way to get from Shibushi to Kagoshima is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct bus between Shibushi and Kagoshima?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kagoshima Shibushi port and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Shibushi and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct train from Shibushi to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Shibushi and arriving at Kagoshima-Chuo via Minamimiyazaki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Shibushi to Kagoshima?

The distance between Shibushi and Kagoshima is 91 km. The road distance is 87.8 km.

How do I travel from Shibushi to Kagoshima without a car?

The best way to get from Shibushi to Kagoshima without a car is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥1900.

How long does it take to get from Shibushi to Kagoshima?

The bus from Kagoshima Shibushi port to Kagoshima Chuo Station takes 2h 7m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Shibushi to Kagoshima bus from?

Shibushi to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Ferry Sunflower, depart from Kagoshima Shibushi port station.

Where do I catch the Shibushi to Kagoshima train from?

Shibushi to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), depart from Shibushi station.

Train or bus from Shibushi to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Shibushi to Kagoshima is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥1900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Shibushi to Kagoshima bus arrive?

Shibushi to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Ferry Sunflower, arrive at Kagoshima Chuo Station.

Where does the Shibushi to Kagoshima train arrive?

Shibushi to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Minamimiyazaki station.

Can I drive from Shibushi to Kagoshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Shibushi to Kagoshima is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Shibushi to Kagoshima.

Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 236+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

Shibushi to Kagoshima - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shibushi to Kagoshima by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kagoshima Shibushi port to Kagoshima Chuo Stationbus
2h 7m
¥1,900
Drive 87.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shibushi to Kagoshimacar 87.8 km
1h 41m
¥1,524–2,201
Train
1. Take the train from Shibushi to Minamimiyazakitrain [37615] JR Nichinan / ...
2. Take the train from Minamimiyazaki to Kagoshima-Chuotrain [188039] Ltd. Exp Kirishima 5 / ...
5h 40m
Bus via Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
1. Take the bus from Shibushi to Kagoshima Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Kagoshima Airport to Kagoshimachuobus
2h 35m
¥2,300–2,950

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Distance: 91.2 km
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Shibushi, Japan and Kagoshima, Japan?

Ferry Sunflower operates a bus from Kagoshima Shibushi port to Kagoshima Chuo Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,900 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shibushi to Kagoshima-Chuo via Minamimiyazaki in around 5h 40m.

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