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

The cheapest way to get from Imabari to Kitakyushu is to drive which costs ¥5500 - ¥9000 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Imabari to Kitakyushu is to train and fly which takes 3h 27m and costs ¥19000 - ¥37000.

Is there a direct bus between Imabari and Kitakyushu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Imabari-eki and arriving at Kokura Eki-mae. Services depart three times a week. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Imabari and Kitakyushu?

No, there is no direct train from Imabari to Kitakyushu. However, there are services departing from Imabari and arriving at Kokura via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Imabari to Kitakyushu?

The distance between Imabari and Kitakyushu is 500 km. The road distance is 348.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Imabari to Kitakyushu without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs ¥13000 - ¥19000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Imabari to Kitakyushu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Imabari to Kitakyushu bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Imabari to Kitakyushu train from?

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

Train or bus from Imabari to Kitakyushu?

The best way to get from Imabari to Kitakyushu is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs ¥13000 - ¥19000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 - ¥8500 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Imabari to Kitakyushu bus arrive?

Imabari to Kitakyushu bus services, operated by Iyotetsu, arrive at Kokura Eki-mae station.

Where does the Imabari to Kitakyushu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Imabari to Kitakyushu?

Yes, the driving distance between Imabari to Kitakyushu is 348 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Imabari to Kitakyushu.

Where can I stay near Kitakyushu?

There are 198+ hotels available in Kitakyushu.

Imabari to Kitakyushu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Imabari to Kitakyushu by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Imabari to Okayama[186886] Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 14 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to KokuraNozomi / ...
3h 48m
¥13,157–18,381
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Imabari-eki to Kokura Eki-mae
7h 5m
¥5,000–8,500
Drive 348.2 km
1. Drive from Imabari to Kitakyushu348.2 km
4h 32m
¥5,916–8,546
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Imabari to Matsuyama(Ehime)
2. Fly from Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)MYJ - FUK
3. Take the train from Hakata to Kokura
3h 27m
¥19,132–36,968

Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) flights

28Weekly Planes

53 minAverage Duration

¥12,893Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Imabari to Kitakyushu.

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Distance: 499.7 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Imabari to Kokura via Okayama in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, Iyotetsu operates a bus from Imabari-eki to Kokura Eki-mae 3 times a week. Tickets cost ¥5,000–8,500 and the journey takes 7h 5m.

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