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

The cheapest way to get from Kitakyushu to Kure is to drive which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitakyushu to Kure is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥3800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Kitakyushu and Kure?

No, there is no direct train from Kitakyushu to Kure. However, there are services departing from Kokura and arriving at Kure via Hiroshima. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Kitakyushu to Kure?

The distance between Kitakyushu and Kure is 217 km. The road distance is 226.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitakyushu to Kure without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Kitakyushu to Kure, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitakyushu to Kure train from?

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

Where does the Kitakyushu to Kure train arrive?

Kitakyushu to Kure train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Hiroshima station.

Can I drive from Kitakyushu to Kure?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitakyushu to Kure is 227 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Kitakyushu to Kure.

Where can I stay near Kure?

There are 622+ hotels available in Kure.

Kitakyushu to Kure - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kitakyushu to Kure by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kokura to HiroshimaNozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kure[32195] JR Kure / ...
1h 39m
Drive 226.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kitakyushu to Kure226.9 km
3h 9m
¥3,855–5,569
Train via Kokura
1. Take the train from Kokura to HiroshimaSakura / ...
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kure[32195] JR Kure / ...
1h 45m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kitakyushu to Kure.

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Distance: 217.1 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Kokura to Kure via Hiroshima in around 1h 39m.

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