What is the cheapest way to get from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥950 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle?

The fastest way to get from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle is to drive which takes 36 min and costs ¥650 - ¥950.

Is there a direct train between Yatsushiro (Station) and Kumamoto Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yatsushiro and arriving at Kami-Kumamoto. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle?

The distance between Yatsushiro (Station) and Kumamoto Castle is 39 km. The road distance is 37.6 km.

How do I travel from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle train from?

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

Where does the Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle train arrive?

Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Kami-Kumamoto station.

Can I drive from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle is 38 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto Castle?

There are 501+ hotels available in Kumamoto Castle.

Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Yatsushiro to Kumamototrain JB: Kagoshima Line Local / ...
2. Take the bus from Kumamoto Sta. to Shiyakusho Maebus L6-3/T2-1：小島→西高校～健軍→木山 / ...
1h
Drive 37.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castlecar 37.6 km
36 min
¥652–942
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yatsushiro (Station) to Kumamoto Castletaxi 37.6 km
36 min
¥11,000–13,000
Train
1. Take the train from Yatsushiro to Kami-Kumamototrain JB: Kagoshima Line Local / ...
1h 6m

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Distance: 39.2 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Yatsushiro (Station), Japan and Kumamoto Castle, Japan?

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) operates a train from Yatsushiro to Kami-Kumamoto hourly, and the journey takes 44 min.

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