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

The cheapest way to get from Kitakyushu to Kurume is to drive which costs ¥1400 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitakyushu to Kurume is to train which takes 28 min and costs ¥3400 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Kitakyushu and Kurume?

No, there is no direct bus from Kitakyushu to Kurume. However, there are services departing from 三萩野上り and arriving at Nishitetsu Kurume via Kiyama AP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Kitakyushu and Kurume?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kokura and arriving at Kurume. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Kitakyushu to Kurume?

The distance between Kitakyushu and Kurume is 88 km. The road distance is 82.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitakyushu to Kurume without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs ¥3400 - ¥5500.

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

The train from Kokura to Kurume takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kitakyushu to Kurume bus from?

Kitakyushu to Kurume bus services, operated by Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus, depart from 三萩野上り station.

Where do I catch the Kitakyushu to Kurume train from?

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

Train or bus from Kitakyushu to Kurume?

The best way to get from Kitakyushu to Kurume is to train which takes 28 min and costs ¥3400 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1800 - ¥2600 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Kitakyushu to Kurume bus arrive?

Kitakyushu to Kurume bus services, operated by Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus, arrive at 基山上り station.

Where does the Kitakyushu to Kurume train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kitakyushu to Kurume?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitakyushu to Kurume is 83 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Kitakyushu to Kurume.

Where can I stay near Kurume?

There are 258+ hotels available in Kurume.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kitakyushu to Kurume 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 Kokura to Kurumetrain Sakura
28 min
¥3,400–5,500
Drive 82.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kitakyushu to Kurumecar 82.8 km
1h 17m
¥1,427–2,061
Bus
1. Take the bus from 三萩野上り to 基山上りbus 長崎駅前【高速】 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kiyama AP to Nishitetsu Kurumebus Fukuoka Airport
2h 9m
¥1,844–2,506

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kitakyushu to Kurume.

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Distance: 88.1 km
Duration: 28 min

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Kokura to Kurume hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,400–5,500 and the journey takes 28 min. JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 三萩野上り to Nishitetsu Kurume via Kiyama AP in around 2h 9m.

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