What is the cheapest way to get from Imabari to Kagoshima?

The cheapest way to get from Imabari to Kagoshima is to drive which costs ¥11000 - ¥17000 and takes 8h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Imabari to Kagoshima?

The fastest way to get from Imabari to Kagoshima is to train and fly which takes 3h 52m and costs ¥16000 - ¥43000.

Is there a direct bus between Imabari and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct bus from Imabari to Kagoshima station. However, there are services departing from Imabari-eki and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo Station via Hakata Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Imabari and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct train from Imabari to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Imabari and arriving at Kagoshima-Chūō via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Imabari to Kagoshima?

The distance between Imabari and Kagoshima is 813 km. The road distance is 667.8 km.

How do I travel from Imabari to Kagoshima without a car?

The best way to get from Imabari to Kagoshima without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs ¥18000 - ¥28000.

How long does it take to get from Imabari to Kagoshima?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Imabari to Kagoshima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Imabari to Kagoshima bus from?

Imabari to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Iyotetsu, depart from Imabari-eki station.

Where do I catch the Imabari to Kagoshima train from?

Imabari to Kagoshima train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Imabari station.

Train or bus from Imabari to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Imabari to Kagoshima is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs ¥18000 - ¥28000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥11000 - ¥16000 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Imabari to Kagoshima bus arrive?

Imabari to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Iyotetsu, arrive at Hakata Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Imabari to Kagoshima train arrive?

Imabari to Kagoshima train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Imabari to Kagoshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Imabari to Kagoshima is 668 km. It takes approximately 8h 44m to drive from Imabari to Kagoshima.

Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 209+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

Imabari to Kagoshima - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Imabari to Kagoshima by train, bus, car, plane, or car ferry

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 Imabari to Okayamatrain [186886] Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 14 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Kagoshima-Chūōtrain Sakura
6h 12m
¥18,657–27,381
Drive 667.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Imabari to Kagoshimacar 667.8 km
8h 44m
¥11,444–16,530
Bus
1. Take the bus from Imabari-eki to Hakata Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Kagoshima Chuo Stationbus Sakurajima
14h 10m
¥11,500–15,500
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Imabari to Matsuyama(Ehime)train
2. Fly from Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane MYJ - KOJ
3h 52m
¥16,502–42,158
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Imabari to Matsuyama(Ehime)train
2. Take the car ferry from Mitsuhama to Yanaicarferry
3. Take the train from Tokuyama to Kagoshima-Chūōtrain
9h 12m
¥15,672–21,678

Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 50mAverage Duration

¥13,072Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 813.2 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Imabari, Japan and Kagoshima, Japan?

You can take a train from Imabari to Kagoshima-Chūō via Okayama in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Imabari-eki to Kagoshima Chuo Station via Hakata Bus Terminal in around 14h 10m.

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