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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kagoshima is to fly which costs ¥13000 - ¥45000 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kagoshima is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs ¥13000 - ¥45000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Kagoshima station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo Station via Hakata Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kagoshima-Chūō via Hakata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kagoshima?

The distance between Tokyo and Kagoshima is 997 km. The road distance is 1330.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kagoshima without a car is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs ¥29000 - ¥42000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Tokyo to Kagoshima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kagoshima bus from?

Tokyo to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kagoshima train from?

Tokyo to Kagoshima train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or fly from Tokyo to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kagoshima is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs ¥13000 - ¥45000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥29000 - ¥42000 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kagoshima bus arrive?

Tokyo to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Hakata Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Tokyo to Kagoshima train arrive?

Tokyo to Kagoshima train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Hakata station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kagoshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kagoshima is 1330 km. It takes approximately 16h 13m to drive from Tokyo to Kagoshima.

Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 214+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

Tokyo to Kagoshima - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, night bus, car, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Tokyo to Kagoshima by plane, train, night bus, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kagoshima Airport
best
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane HND - KOJ
4h 13m
¥13,190–44,114
Night bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakata Bus Terminalnightbus
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Kagoshima Chuo Stationbus Sakurajima
20h 7m
¥12,000–32,000
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Hakatatrain Nozomi
2. Take the train from Hakata to Kagoshima-Chūōtrain Sakura
7h 4m
¥29,847–41,309
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Tokuyama-ekinightbus Hagi Express
2. Take the train from Tokuyama to Kagoshima-Chūōtrain Sakura
15h 20m
¥22,000–31,500
Drive 1,330.4 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kagoshimacar 1,330.4 km
16h 13m
¥22,985–33,200
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Kagoshima Airport
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Stationtrain
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane NRT - KOJ
4h 57m
¥12,305–47,791
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Miyazaki Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Miyazaki Airport (KMI)plane HND - KMI
2. Take the train from Minamimiyazaki to Kagoshima-Chuotrain
6h 56m
¥19,240–50,314
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Aso Kumamoto Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)plane HND - KMJ
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kagoshima-Chūōtrain
6h 25m
¥18,690–51,714

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) flights

182Weekly Planes

1h 59mAverage Duration

¥6,799Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 996.8 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Kagoshima-Chūō via Hakata in around 7h 4m.

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