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

The cheapest way to get from Kitakyushu to Kirishima is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥7500 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitakyushu to Kirishima is to drive which takes 4h and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct train between Kitakyushu and Kirishima?

No, there is no direct train from Kitakyushu to Kirishima. However, there are services departing from Kokura and arriving at Kokubu(Kagoshima) via Kagoshima-Chuo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Kitakyushu to Kirishima?

The distance between Kitakyushu and Kirishima is 347 km. The road distance is 295.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitakyushu to Kirishima without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Kitakyushu to Kirishima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitakyushu to Kirishima train from?

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

Where does the Kitakyushu to Kirishima train arrive?

Kitakyushu to Kirishima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kagoshima Chuo station.

Can I drive from Kitakyushu to Kirishima?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitakyushu to Kirishima is 296 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Kitakyushu to Kirishima.

Where can I stay near Kirishima?

There are 93+ hotels available in Kirishima.

Kitakyushu to Kirishima - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kitakyushu to Kirishima by train, 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 Kokura to Kagoshima Chuotrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the train from Kagoshima-Chuo to Kokubu(Kagoshima)train [37824] Jr Nippo / ...
3h 2m
Drive 295.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kitakyushu to Kirishimacar 295.6 km
4h
¥5,129–7,409
Train, fly to Kagoshima Airport
1. Take the train from Kokura to Hakata Fukuokatrain
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane FUK - KOJ
3h 35m
Train via Miyazaki
1. Take the train from Kokura to Miyazakitrain Nichirin Sea Gaia / ...
2. Take the train from Miyazaki to Kokubu(Kagoshima)train [188039] Ltd. Exp Kirishima 5 / ...
7h 11m
Train, fly to Miyazaki Airport
1. Take the train from Kokura to Hakata Fukuokatrain
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Miyazaki Airport (KMI)plane FUK - KMI
3. Take the train from Minamimiyazaki to Kokubu(Kagoshima)train
4h 59m

Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) flights

7Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥15,836Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kitakyushu to Kirishima.

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Distance: 347.1 km
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Kokura to Kokubu(Kagoshima) via Kagoshima Chuo and Kagoshima-Chuo in around 3h 2m.

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