What is the cheapest way to get from Gunma to Kumamoto?

The cheapest way to get from Gunma to Kumamoto is to train and fly which costs ¥10000 - ¥42000 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gunma to Kumamoto?

The fastest way to get from Gunma to Kumamoto is to train and fly which takes 5h 54m and costs ¥14000 - ¥45000.

Is there a direct bus between Gunma and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Gunma to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from 高崎駅東口 and arriving at Tōricho-suji via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and Hakata Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Gunma and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Gunma to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Takasaki and arriving at Kumamoto via Shinagawa and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Gunma to Kumamoto?

The distance between Gunma and Kumamoto is 1267 km. The road distance is 1123.6 km.

How do I travel from Gunma to Kumamoto without a car?

The best way to get from Gunma to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 8h 30m and costs ¥27000 - ¥41000.

How long does it take to get from Gunma to Kumamoto?

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Gunma to Kumamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gunma to Kumamoto bus from?

Gunma to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Nippon Chuo Bus, depart from 高崎駅東口 station.

Where do I catch the Gunma to Kumamoto train from?

Gunma to Kumamoto train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Takasaki station.

Where does the Gunma to Kumamoto bus arrive?

Gunma to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Nippon Chuo Bus, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Gunma to Kumamoto train arrive?

Gunma to Kumamoto train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinagawa station.

Can I drive from Gunma to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Gunma to Kumamoto is 1124 km. It takes approximately 15h 16m to drive from Gunma to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 373+ hotels available in Kumamoto.

Gunma to Kumamoto - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Gunma 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 Takasaki to Shinagawatrain
2. Take the train from Shinagawa to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kumamototrain
8h 30m
¥27,695–40,194
Train, train to Narita International Airport, fly to Aso Kumamoto Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tatebayashi to Kita-Senjutrain
2. Take the train from Nippori to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
3. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)plane NRT - KMJ
6h 12m
¥10,649–41,668
Bus, night bus
1. Take the bus from 高崎駅東口 to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakata Bus Terminalnightbus
3. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Tōricho-sujibus
18h 54m
¥12,150–29,800
Drive 1,123.6 km
1. Drive from Takasaki to Kumamotocar 1,123.6 km
15h 16m
¥18,899–27,299
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Aso Kumamoto Airport
1. Take the train from Kuki to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)plane HND - KMJ
5h 54m
¥14,772–44,528
Bus, night bus via Kyoto
1. Take the bus from 高崎駅東口 to 京都駅八条口bus 高速バスシルクライナー(高崎経由)
2. Take the night bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kumamoto Sakuramachi BTnightbus Sunrise
21h 32m
¥15,200–22,500
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Fukuoka Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kuki to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)plane HND - FUK
3. Take the train from Hakata to Kumamototrain
6h 25m
¥18,412–40,478
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kitakyushu Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kuki to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)plane HND - KKJ
3. Take the train from Kokura to Kumamototrain
7h 37m
¥21,802–66,978

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) flights

175Weekly Planes

2h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,983Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,266.7 km
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Gunma, Japan and Kumamoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Takasaki to Kumamoto via Shinagawa and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 8h 30m.

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