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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Kitakyushu and Iwakuni?

No, there is no direct train from Kitakyushu to Iwakuni. However, there are services departing from Kokura and arriving at Iwakuni via Tokuyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Kitakyushu to Iwakuni?

The distance between Kitakyushu and Iwakuni is 177 km. The road distance is 167.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitakyushu to Iwakuni without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Kitakyushu to Iwakuni, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitakyushu to Iwakuni train from?

Kitakyushu to Iwakuni train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kokura station.

Where does the Kitakyushu to Iwakuni train arrive?

Kitakyushu to Iwakuni train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tokuyama station.

Can I drive from Kitakyushu to Iwakuni?

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

Where can I stay near Iwakuni?

There are 109+ hotels available in Iwakuni.

Kitakyushu to Iwakuni - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kitakyushu to Iwakuni by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kokura to Tokuyamatrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the train from Tokuyama to Iwakunitrain San-yō Line Local / ...
2h 33m
Drive 167.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kitakyushu to Iwakunicar 167.7 km
2h 31m
¥2,851–4,118
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kokura to Hiroshimatrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the bus from Hiroshima BC to Iwakuni Shiyakushobus
2h 43m
¥6,509–8,932

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 177 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Kokura to Iwakuni via Tokuyama in around 2h 33m.

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