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

The cheapest way to get from Tochigi to Kumamoto is to night bus which costs ¥17000 - ¥25000 and takes 20h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tochigi to Kumamoto is to train and fly which takes 7h 5m and costs ¥20000 - ¥65000.

Is there a direct bus between Tochigi and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Tochigi station to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Tochigi Station and arriving at Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT via Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Tochigi and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Tochigi to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Tochigi and arriving at Kumamoto via Oyama, Tōkyō Station and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Tochigi to Kumamoto?

The distance between Tochigi and Kumamoto is 1251 km. The road distance is 1240.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tochigi to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs ¥27000 - ¥44000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Tochigi to Kumamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tochigi to Kumamoto bus from?

Tochigi to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Tochigi Station.

Where do I catch the Tochigi to Kumamoto train from?

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

Where does the Tochigi to Kumamoto bus arrive?

Tochigi to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at Osaka Station.

Where does the Tochigi to Kumamoto train arrive?

Tochigi to Kumamoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Tochigi to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Tochigi to Kumamoto is 1240 km. It takes approximately 15h 8m to drive from Tochigi to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 385+ hotels available in Kumamoto.

Tochigi to Kumamoto - 8 ways to travel via train, night bus, bus, car

There are 8 ways to get from Tochigi to Kumamoto by train, night bus, bus, car, or plane

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 Oyama to Tōkyō Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kumamototrain
7h 50m
¥27,428–43,353
Train, night bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tochigi to Shinjuku Stationtrain
2. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakata Bus Terminalnightbus
3. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Tōricho-sujibus
18h 22m
¥13,737–32,687
Drive 1,240.5 km
1. Drive from Tochigi to Kumamotocar 1,240.5 km
15h 8m
¥21,092–30,466
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Aso Kumamoto Airport
1. Take the train from Tochigi to Kita-Senjutrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)plane HND - KMJ
5h 51m
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Tochigi Station to Osaka Stationnightbus Tochinoki
2. Take the night bus from Ōsaka Station to Kumamoto Sakuramachi BTnightbus Sunrise
20h 49m
¥17,200–24,300
Train, train to Narita International Airport, fly to Aso Kumamoto Airport
1. Take the train from Tochigi to Kita-Senjutrain
2. Take the train from Nippori to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
3. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)plane NRT - KMJ
6h 13m
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Fukuoka Airport, train
1. Take the train from Tochigi to Kita-Senjutrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)plane HND - FUK
3. Take the train from Hakata to Kumamototrain
6h 22m
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Fukuoka Airport, train
1. Take the train from Oyama(Tochigi) to Tomobetrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)plane IBR - FUK
3. Take the train from Hakata to Kumamototrain
7h 5m
¥20,268–62,303

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) flights

175Weekly Planes

2h 9mAverage Duration

¥13,257Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tochigi to Kumamoto.

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Distance: 1,251.3 km
Duration: 7h 50m

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

You can take a train from Tochigi to Kumamoto via Oyama, Tōkyō Station, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tochigi Station to Kumamoto Sakuramachi BT via Ōsaka Station in around 20h 49m.

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