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How to get fromTaira to Kagoshimaby car ferry, train, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Taira to Kagoshima by car ferry, train, or car

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  1. Car ferry, train

    best
    1. Take the carferry from Taira Port to Nagasu Portcarferry car ferry
    2. Take the train from Nagasu to Kumamototrain train
    3. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kagoshima Chuotrain train
    3h 10m

  2. Car ferry, drive

    cheapest
    1. Take the carferry from Shimabara Ferry Terminal to Kumamoto Portcarferry car ferry
    2. Drive from Kumamoto Port to Kagoshimacar car
    3h 15m
    ¥4,348–5,859

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Map of how to get from Taira to Kagoshima.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 211.3 km
  • Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Taira, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan and Kagoshima, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Taira to Kagoshima. However, you can drive to Taira Port, take the car ferry to Nagasu Port, drive to Nagasu, take the train to Kumamoto, then take the train to Kagoshima Chuo. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Taira to Kagoshima via Shimabara Ferry Terminal and Kumamoto Port in around 3h 15m.

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