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

The cheapest way to get from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima is to train which costs ¥4600 - ¥6500 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs ¥4600 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Shimonoseki and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimonoseki station to Kagoshima station. However, there are services departing from Shimonoseki Station and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo Station via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Shimonoseki and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct train from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Shimonoseki and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo via Kokura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima?

The distance between Shimonoseki and Kagoshima is 325 km. The road distance is 347.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs ¥4600 - ¥6500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimonoseki to Kagoshima bus from?

Shimonoseki to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Shimonoseki Station.

Where do I catch the Shimonoseki to Kagoshima train from?

Shimonoseki to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kokura station.

Train or bus from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs ¥4600 - ¥6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 - ¥9500 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Shimonoseki to Kagoshima bus arrive?

Shimonoseki to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Shimonoseki to Kagoshima train arrive?

Shimonoseki to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kagoshima Chuo station.

Can I drive from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimonoseki to Kagoshima is 347 km. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Shimonoseki to Kagoshima.

Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 236+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kokura to Kagoshima Chuotrain Sakura / ...
2h 51m
¥4,600–6,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shimonoseki Station to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminalbus Fukufuku
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal to Kagoshima Chuo Stationbus Sakurajima
7h 32m
¥4,552–9,137
Drive 347.3 km
1. Drive from Shimonoseki to Kagoshimacar 347.3 km
4h 47m
¥6,030–8,710
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Shin Shimonoseki to Hakata Fukuokatrain
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane FUK - KOJ
4h 24m

Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) flights

7Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥10,964Cheapest Price

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Distance: 324.9 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kokura to Kagoshima Chuo hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,600–6,500 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shimonoseki Station to Kagoshima Chuo Station via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal in around 7h 32m.

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