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

The cheapest way to get from Iwakuni to Kitakyushu is to drive which costs ¥2800 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iwakuni to Kitakyushu is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct train between Iwakuni and Kitakyushu?

No, there is no direct train from Iwakuni to Kitakyushu. However, there are services departing from Iwakuni and arriving at Kokura via Hiroshima. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Iwakuni to Kitakyushu?

The distance between Iwakuni and Kitakyushu is 232 km. The road distance is 168 km.

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

The best way to get from Iwakuni to Kitakyushu without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Iwakuni to Kitakyushu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iwakuni to Kitakyushu train from?

Iwakuni to Kitakyushu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Iwakuni station.

Where does the Iwakuni to Kitakyushu train arrive?

Iwakuni to Kitakyushu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Hiroshima station.

Can I drive from Iwakuni to Kitakyushu?

Yes, the driving distance between Iwakuni to Kitakyushu is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Iwakuni to Kitakyushu.

Where can I stay near Kitakyushu?

There are 198+ hotels available in Kitakyushu.

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

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

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 Iwakuni to Hiroshimatrain San-yō Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kokuratrain Nozomi / ...
1h 55m
Drive 168 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Iwakuni to Kitakyushucar 168 km
2h 31m
¥2,858–4,129
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Iwakuni Shiyakusho to Hiroshima BCbus
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kokuratrain Nozomi / ...
2h 32m
¥6,641–9,141
Train via Shūnan
1. Take the train from Iwakuni to Tokuyamatrain San-yō Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Tokuyama to Kokuratrain Kodama / ...
2h 29m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Iwakuni to Kitakyushu.

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Distance: 231.9 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Iwakuni to Kokura via Hiroshima in around 1h 55m.

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