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

The cheapest way to get from Kagoshima to Shimane is to drive which costs ¥11000 - ¥17000 and takes 8h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kagoshima to Shimane is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs ¥44000 - ¥70000.

Is there a direct train between Kagoshima and Shimane?

No, there is no direct train from Kagoshima to Shimane. However, there are services departing from Kagoshima-Chūō and arriving at Matsueshinjikoonsen via Shin-Yamaguchi and Dentetsuizumoshi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Kagoshima to Shimane?

The distance between Kagoshima and Shimane is 838 km. The road distance is 646 km.

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

The best way to get from Kagoshima to Shimane without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs ¥21000 - ¥30000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Kagoshima to Shimane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kagoshima to Shimane train from?

Kagoshima to Shimane train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kagoshima-Chūō station.

Train or fly from Kagoshima to Shimane?

The best way to get from Kagoshima to Shimane is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs ¥21000 - ¥30000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥44000 - ¥70000 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Kagoshima to Shimane train arrive?

Kagoshima to Shimane train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Yamaguchi station.

Can I drive from Kagoshima to Shimane?

Yes, the driving distance between Kagoshima to Shimane is 646 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Kagoshima to Shimane.

Where can I stay near Shimane?

There are 118+ hotels available in Shimane.

Kagoshima to Shimane - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kagoshima to Shimane 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 Kagoshima-Chūō to Okayamatrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Matsuetrain [186843] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 15 / ...
6h 57m
¥21,492–29,721
Bus, night bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kagoshima Chuo Station to Hakata Bus Terminalbus Sakurajima
2. Take the night bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Izumoshi Stationnightbus Izumo Dream Hakata
16h 31m
¥10,000–19,738
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kagoshima-Chūō to Hiroshimatrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the bus from Hiroshima to Yonagobus
8h 40m
¥18,151–23,114
Drive 646 km
1. Drive from Kagoshima to Matsuecar 646 km
8h 42m
¥11,147–16,101
Train via Ogōri-shimogō
1. Take the train from Kagoshima-Chūō to Shin-Yamaguchitrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Izumoshitrain [187313] Ltd. Exp Super Oki 2 / ...
7h 47m
¥15,441–21,573
Fly
1. Fly from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Izumo Airport (IZO)plane KOJ - IZO
4h 34m
¥44,843–70,100

Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Izumo Airport (IZO) flights

49Weekly Planes

4h 11mAverage Duration

¥17,868Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kagoshima to Shimane.

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Distance: 837.5 km
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a train from Kagoshima-Chūō to Matsue via Okayama and Matsue in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways fly from Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Izumo Airport (IZO) every 4 hours.

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