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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kagoshima is to train and fly which costs ¥10000 - ¥39000 and takes 4h 40m.

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 3m and costs ¥13000 - ¥41000.

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 to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Tokyo and arriving at Kagoshima Chuo via Hakata Fukuoka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kagoshima?

The distance between Tokyo and Kagoshima is 1320 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 6h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m 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 JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tokyo station.

Train or fly from Tokyo to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kagoshima is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥13000 - ¥41000 and takes 4h 3m.

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 JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Hakata Fukuoka 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.

How do I get a train ticket from Tokyo to Kagoshima?

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Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 226+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

Tokyo to Kagoshima - 7 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Tokyo to Kagoshima by train, night bus, car, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Tokyo to Hakata Fukuokatrain Nozomi
2. Take the train from Hakata Fukuoka to Kagoshima Chuotrain Sakura / ...
6h 45m
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Kagoshima Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from 東京 Tōkyō to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane NRT - KOJ
4h 40m
¥10,317–38,819
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hiroshima Sta. Shinkansen Entrancenightbus No.1
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kagoshima Chuotrain Sakura / ...
15h 35m
Drive 1,330.4 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kagoshimacar 1,330.4 km
16h 13m
¥23,089–33,350
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kagoshima Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)plane HND - KOJ
4h 3m
¥13,232–40,116
Night bus, bus
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
¥12,000–32,118
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 46m

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

175Weekly Planes

2h 1mAverage Duration

¥10,809Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,320 km
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a train from Tokyo to Kagoshima Chuo via Hakata Fukuoka in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, Japan Airlines, Skymark Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) hourly.

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