The average train between Kagoshima and Tokyo takes 8h 25m and the fastest train takes 6h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Kagoshima to Tokyo. 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 3 hours between Kagoshima and Tokyo. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kagoshima is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Tokyo at 12:33 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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7h 59m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Kagoshima to Tokyo? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Kagoshima to Tokyo. However, there are services departing from Kagoshima Chuo station and arriving at Tōkyō Station via Hakata Fukuoka station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.
Kagoshima to Tokyo train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kagoshima Chuo station.
Kagoshima to Tokyo train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.
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The distance between Kagoshima and Tokyo is 967.7 km. The road distance is 1336 km.
You can take a train from Kagoshima Chuo to Tōkyō Station via Hakata Fukuoka in around 8h 6m.