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

The cheapest way to get from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4400 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct bus between Shimonoseki and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimonoseki station to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Shimonoseki Station and arriving at Tōricho-suji via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Shimonoseki and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Shimonoseki and arriving at Kumamoto via Kokura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto?

The distance between Shimonoseki and Kumamoto is 166 km. The road distance is 172.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimonoseki to Kumamoto bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shimonoseki to Kumamoto train from?

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

Train or bus from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto?

The best way to get from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3500 - ¥5000 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Shimonoseki to Kumamoto bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shimonoseki to Kumamoto train arrive?

Shimonoseki to Kumamoto train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Kokura station.

Can I drive from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimonoseki to Kumamoto is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 493+ hotels available in Kumamoto.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shimonoseki to Kokuratrain [34805] Jr Sanyo
2. Take the train from Kokura to Kumamototrain Sakura / ...
1h 54m
Drive 172.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimonoseki to Kumamotocar 172.1 km
2h 31m
¥2,990–4,319
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shimonoseki Station to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminalbus Fukufuku
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal to Tōricho-sujibus Hinokuni
3h 50m
¥3,552–4,937

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Distance: 166 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a train from Shimonoseki to Kumamoto via Kokura in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shimonoseki Station to Tōricho-suji via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal in around 3h 50m.

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