What is the cheapest way to get from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station?

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station is to drive which costs ¥1800 - ¥2700 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station?

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station is to train which takes 49 min and costs ¥3600 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto Station and Hakata Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Hakata Bus Terminal. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto Station and Hakata Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Hakata. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station?

The distance between Kumamoto Station and Hakata Station is 98 km. The road distance is 106.6 km.

How do I travel from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station without a car?

The best way to get from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs ¥3600 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station?

The train from Kumamoto to Hakata takes 49 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station bus from?

Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Kumamoto station.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station train from?

Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kumamoto station.

Train or bus from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station?

The best way to get from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station is to train which takes 49 min and costs ¥3600 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2500 - ¥3600 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station bus arrive?

Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Hakata Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Kumamoto Station and Hakata Station?

Hakata Station is 1h ahead of Kumamoto Station. It is currently 11:19 AM in Kumamoto Station and 12:19 PM in Hakata Station.

Where does the Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station train arrive?

Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Hakata station.

Can I drive from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station is 107 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station.

Where can I stay near Hakata Station?

There are 1459+ hotels available in Hakata Station.

Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station 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 Kumamoto to HakataTsubame / ...
49 min
¥3,600–6,000
Drive 106.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station106.6 km
1h 23m
¥1,816–2,622
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kumamoto to Hakata Bus TerminalHinokuni
2h 16m
¥2,500–3,600

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kumamoto Station to Hakata Station.

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Distance: 98.5 km
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Kumamoto Station, Japan and Hakata Station, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Kumamoto to Hakata every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥3,600–6,000 and the journey takes 49 min. JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Nishitetsu Bus operates a bus from Kumamoto to Hakata Bus Terminal every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,600 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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