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

The cheapest way to get from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu is to drive which costs ¥450 - ¥700 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu is to taxi which takes 37 min and costs ¥8000 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct train between Shimonoseki and Kitakyushu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shimonoseki and arriving at Kokura. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu?

The distance between Shimonoseki and Kitakyushu is 12 km. The road distance is 27.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs .

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

The train from Shimonoseki to Kokura takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu train from?

Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), depart from Shimonoseki station.

Where does the Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu train arrive?

Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Kokura station.

Can I drive from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu is 28 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu.

Where can I stay near Kitakyushu?

There are 196+ hotels available in Kitakyushu.

Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and foot

There are 4 ways to get from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushu by train, taxi, car, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shimonoseki to Kokuratrain [34805] Jr Sanyo
21 min
Drive 27.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushucar 27.6 km
37 min
¥460–664
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushutaxi 27.6 km
37 min
¥8,000–10,000
Walk
1. Take the foot from Shimonoseki to Kitakyushuwalk 22.1 km
4h 21m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 11.7 km
Duration: 21 min

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

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company) operates a train from Shimonoseki to Kokura every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 21 min.

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