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

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu is to train which takes 49 min and costs ¥4800 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Kitakyushu?

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

How far is it from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu?

The distance between Kumamoto and Kitakyushu is 154 km. The road distance is 149.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs ¥4800 - ¥7000.

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

The train from Kumamoto to Kokura takes 49 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Kitakyushu train from?

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

Where does the Kumamoto to Kitakyushu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Kitakyushu is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu.

Where can I stay near Kitakyushu?

There are 201+ hotels available in Kitakyushu.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu 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 Kokuratrain Sakura / ...
49 min
¥4,800–7,000
Drive 149.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Kitakyushucar 149.4 km
2h 6m
¥2,573–3,716
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Hakata Bus Terminalbus Hinokuni
2. Take the train from Hakata to Space Worldtrain JB/JA Kagoshima Line Section Rapid / ...
3h 47m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kumamoto to Kitakyushu.

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Distance: 154.4 km
Duration: 49 min

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Kumamoto to Kokura hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,800–7,000 and the journey takes 49 min.

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