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

The cheapest way to get from Saga to Kagoshima is to drive which costs ¥4200 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saga to Kagoshima is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥7000 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct bus between Saga and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct bus from Saga to Kagoshima station. However, there are services departing from Saga Daini Godochosha and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo Station via Kosoku Kiyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Saga and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct train from Saga to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Saga and arriving at Kagoshima-Chūō via Shin-Tosu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Saga to Kagoshima?

The distance between Saga and Kagoshima is 253 km. The road distance is 249 km.

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

The best way to get from Saga to Kagoshima without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥7000 - ¥12000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Saga to Kagoshima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saga to Kagoshima bus from?

Saga to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Saga Daini Godochosha station.

Where do I catch the Saga to Kagoshima train from?

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

Train or bus from Saga to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Saga to Kagoshima is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥7000 - ¥12000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4300 - ¥11000 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Saga to Kagoshima bus arrive?

Saga to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Kiyama PA station.

Where does the Saga to Kagoshima train arrive?

Saga to Kagoshima train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kagoshima-Chūō station.

Can I drive from Saga to Kagoshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Saga to Kagoshima is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Saga to Kagoshima.

Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 209+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

Saga to Kagoshima - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Saga to Kagoshima by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Kagoshima-Chūōtrain Sakura
2h 19m
¥7,387–11,865
Drive 249 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saga to Kagoshimacar 249 km
3h 22m
¥4,232–6,112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saga Daini Godochosha to Kiyama PAbus Saga
2. Take the bus from Kosoku Kiyama to Kagoshima Chuo Stationbus Sakurajima
6h 15m
¥4,300–10,725
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Saga to Hakatatrain
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane FUK - KOJ
3h 40m
¥14,979–22,670

Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) flights

7Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

¥12,800Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 253.3 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Shin-Tosu to Kagoshima-Chūō hourly. Tickets cost ¥6,000–9,500 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saga Daini Godochosha to Kagoshima Chuo Station via Kiyama PA and Kosoku Kiyama in around 6h 15m.

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