What is the cheapest way to get from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto?

The cheapest way to get from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto is to drive which costs ¥14000 - ¥21000 and takes 11h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto?

The fastest way to get from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto is to train and fly which takes 4h 40m and costs ¥32000 - ¥75000.

Is there a direct train between Fukui-shi and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Fukui and arriving at Kumamoto via Tsuruga and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto?

The distance between Fukui-shi and Kumamoto is 844 km. The road distance is 838.7 km.

How do I travel from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto without a car?

The best way to get from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs ¥20000 - ¥32000.

How long does it take to get from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fukui-shi to Kumamoto train from?

Fukui-shi to Kumamoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Fukui station.

Where does the Fukui-shi to Kumamoto train arrive?

Fukui-shi to Kumamoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Fukui-shi to Kumamoto is 839 km. It takes approximately 11h 17m to drive from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 382+ hotels available in Kumamoto.

Fukui-shi to Kumamoto - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Fukui to Tsuruga
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Shin-Ōsaka Station
3. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kumamoto
6h 14m
¥20,894–31,119
Drive 838.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Fukui-shi to Kumamoto838.7 km
11h 17m
¥14,336–20,707
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fukui to Shin-Ōsaka Station
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Hakata
3. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Tōricho-suji
7h 52m
¥17,500–26,295
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from Fukui to Tsuruga
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kyōto
3. Take the night bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT
15h 2m
Train to Komatsu Airport, fly to Fukuoka Airport, train
1. Take the train from Fukui to Komatsu
2. Fly from Komatsu Airport (KMQ) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)KMQ - FUK
3. Take the train from Hakata to Kumamoto
4h 40m
¥32,787–70,739
Train, train to Osaka International Airport, fly to Aso Kumamoto Airport
1. Take the train from Fukui to Tsuruga
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Shin-Ōsaka Station
3. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)ITM - KMJ
5h 57m
¥17,974–44,469
Train, train to Komaki Airport, fly to Aso Kumamoto Airport
1. Take the train from Fukui to Tsuruga
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Maibara
3. Take the train from Maibara to Nagoya Station
4. Fly from Komaki Airport (NKM) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)NKM - KMJ
6h 47m
¥23,004–55,769
Train, train to Osaka International Airport, fly to Fukuoka Airport
1. Take the train from Fukui to Tsuruga
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Shin-Ōsaka Station
3. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)ITM - FUK
4. Take the train from Hakata to Kumamoto
6h 28m
¥21,144–49,919

Komatsu Airport (KMQ) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) flights

70Weekly Planes

2h 8mAverage Duration

¥13,753Cheapest Price

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Distance: 844.2 km
Duration: 6h 14m

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You can take a train from Fukui to Kumamoto via Tsuruga and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 6h 14m.

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