The average train between Himeji and Kitakyushu takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Himeji to Kitakyushu. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Himeji and Kitakyushu. The earliest departure is at 7:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Himeji is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Kitakyushu at 10:29 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Want to know about travelling from Himeji to Kitakyushu? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Himeji station and arriving at Kitakyushu station. Services depart every 2 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 27m.
Himeji to Kitakyushu train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Himeji station.
Himeji to Kitakyushu train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kokura station.
The distance between Himeji and Kitakyushu is 369.4 km. The road distance is 411 km.
JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Kokura hourly. Tickets cost ¥6,000–8,500 and the journey takes 1h 58m. JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) also services this route every 4 hours.