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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Kagoshima is to drive which costs ¥14000 - ¥21000 and takes 10h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Kagoshima is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥13000 - ¥70000.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Kagoshima?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Kobe to Kagoshima?

The distance between Kobe and Kagoshima is 776 km. The road distance is 819.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Kagoshima without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs .

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

The train from Shin Kobe to Kagoshima Chuo takes 4h 9m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Kagoshima train from?

Kobe to Kagoshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin Kobe station.

Train or fly from Kobe to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Kobe to Kagoshima is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥13000 - ¥70000 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Kobe to Kagoshima train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kobe to Kagoshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Kagoshima is 820 km. It takes approximately 10h 57m to drive from Kobe to Kagoshima.

Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 226+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

Kobe to Kagoshima - 5 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Kagoshima by train, 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 Shin Kobe to Kagoshima Chuotrain Sakura
4h 9m
Fly from Osaka International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane ITM - KOJ
3h 37m
¥12,533–33,370
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Sannomiya Station to Kumamotonightbus Sunrise
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kagoshima Chuotrain Sakura / ...
10h 37m
Drive 819.5 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Kagoshimacar 819.5 km
10h 57m
¥14,237–20,564
Fly from Kobe
1. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane UKB - KOJ
3h 7m
¥13,860–66,550

Kobe (UKB) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 8mAverage Duration

¥10,857Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 776.4 km
Duration: 4h 9m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Kobe to Kagoshima Chuo every 3 hours, and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, Skymark Airlines flies from Kobe (UKB) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) 3 times a day.

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