The average train between Kumamoto and Gunma takes 10h 9m and the fastest train takes 7h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Kumamoto to Gunma. 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 4 times a day between Kumamoto and Gunma. The earliest departure is at 8:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kumamoto is at 7:25 PM which arrives into Gunma at 11:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Himeji and take an average of 10h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kumamoto to Gunma? 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 Kumamoto to Gunma. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto station and arriving at 高崎 Takasaki station via Himeji station and Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 9m.
Kumamoto to Gunma train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kumamoto station.
Kumamoto to Gunma train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 高崎 Takasaki station.
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The distance between Kumamoto and Gunma is 862.3 km. The road distance is 1130 km.
You can take a train from Kumamoto to 高崎 Takasaki via Himeji and Tōkyō Station in around 9h 17m.