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

The cheapest way to get from Yanagawa to Kumamoto is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1600 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Yanagawa to Kumamoto is to drive which takes 53 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct bus between Yanagawa and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Yanagawa to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Nishitetsu Kurume and arriving at Tōricho-suji via Miyanojin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Yanagawa and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Yanagawa to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Nishitetsuyanagawa and arriving at Kami-Kumamoto via Ōmuta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Yanagawa to Kumamoto?

The distance between Yanagawa and Kumamoto is 61 km. The road distance is 60.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Yanagawa to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Yanagawa to Kumamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yanagawa to Kumamoto bus from?

Yanagawa to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Miyanojin station.

Where do I catch the Yanagawa to Kumamoto train from?

Yanagawa to Kumamoto train services, operated by Nishi-Nippon Railroad (Nishitetsu), depart from Nishitetsuyanagawa station.

Train or bus from Yanagawa to Kumamoto?

The best way to get from Yanagawa to Kumamoto is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2600 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Yanagawa to Kumamoto bus arrive?

Yanagawa to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Tōricho-suji station.

Where does the Yanagawa to Kumamoto train arrive?

Yanagawa to Kumamoto train services, operated by Nishi-Nippon Railroad (Nishitetsu), arrive at Omuta station.

Can I drive from Yanagawa to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Yanagawa to Kumamoto is 60 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Yanagawa to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 494+ hotels available in Kumamoto.

Yanagawa to Kumamoto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nishitetsuyanagawa to Omutatrain [108034] Nishitetsu Tenjin-Omuta Line Ltd. Exp. / ...
2. Take the train from Ōmuta to Kami-Kumamototrain JB: Kagoshima Line Local / ...
1h 29m
Drive 60.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Yanagawa to Kumamotocar 60.2 km
53 min
¥1,046–1,510
Bus
1. Take the bus from Miyanojin to Tōricho-sujibus Hinokuni
2h 25m
¥2,641–3,716
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yanagawa to Kumamototaxi 60.2 km
53 min
¥18,000–22,000

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Distance: 61.4 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a train from Nishitetsuyanagawa to Kami-Kumamoto via Ōmuta in around 1h 29m. Alternatively, Nishitetsu Bus operates a bus from Miyanojin to Tōricho-suji every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2,000–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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