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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Kurume to Kitakyushu is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥4500 - ¥9000.

Is there a direct bus between Kurume and Kitakyushu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kurume to Kitakyushu. However, there are services departing from Cityplaza Mutsumon mae and arriving at 三萩野下り via 基山下り. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Kurume and Kitakyushu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kurume and arriving at Space World. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Kurume to Kitakyushu?

The distance between Kurume and Kitakyushu is 88 km. The road distance is 82.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kurume to Kitakyushu without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥4500 - ¥9000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Kurume to Kitakyushu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kurume to Kitakyushu bus from?

Kurume to Kitakyushu bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Cityplaza Mutsumon mae station.

Where do I catch the Kurume to Kitakyushu train from?

Kurume to Kitakyushu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Tosu station.

Train or bus from Kurume to Kitakyushu?

The best way to get from Kurume to Kitakyushu is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥4500 - ¥9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2200 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Kurume to Kitakyushu bus arrive?

Kurume to Kitakyushu bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Kiyama AP station.

Where does the Kurume to Kitakyushu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kurume to Kitakyushu?

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

Where can I stay near Kitakyushu?

There are 199+ hotels available in Kitakyushu.

Kurume to Kitakyushu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kurume 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 Shin-Tosu to Kokuratrain Sakura / ...
1h 6m
¥4,497–8,548
Drive 82.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kurume to Kitakyushucar 82.9 km
1h 17m
¥1,433–2,070
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cityplaza Mutsumon mae to Kiyama APbus Kurume
2. Take the bus from 基山下り to 三萩野下りbus 北九州【高速】 / ...
2h 44m
¥2,206–3,360
Train via Space World
1. Take the train from Kurume to Space Worldtrain JB/JA Kagoshima Line Section Rapid / ...
1h 51m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kurume to Kitakyushu.

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Distance: 88.1 km
Duration: 1h 6m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Shin-Tosu to Kokura hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,300–5,500 and the journey takes 26 min. Japan Railways Limited Express also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cityplaza Mutsumon mae to 三萩野下り via Kiyama AP and 基山下り in around 2h 44m.

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