The average train between Tokyo and Kagoshima takes 8h 4m and the fastest train takes 6h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Tokyo to Kagoshima. 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 4 hours between Tokyo and Kagoshima. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tokyo is at 6:51 PM which arrives into Kagoshima at 7:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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7h 9m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Tokyo to Kagoshima? 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 Tokyo to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo station via Hakata Fukuoka station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.
Tokyo to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.
Tokyo to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kagoshima Chuo station.
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The distance between Tokyo and Kagoshima is 967.7 km. The road distance is 1330 km.
You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Kagoshima Chuo via Hakata Fukuoka in around 6h 45m.