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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kitakyushu is to night bus which costs ¥9000 - ¥25000 and takes 13h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kitakyushu is to drive which takes 12h 3m and costs ¥17000 - ¥26000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kitakyushu?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Sunatsu. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kitakyushu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tokyo and arriving at Kokura. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kitakyushu?

The distance between Tokyo and Kitakyushu is 1007 km. The road distance is 1010.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kitakyushu without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs .

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

The train from Tokyo to Kokura takes 4h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kitakyushu bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kitakyushu train from?

Tokyo to Kitakyushu train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tokyo station.

Where does the Tokyo to Kitakyushu bus arrive?

Tokyo to Kitakyushu bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Sunatsu station.

Where does the Tokyo to Kitakyushu train arrive?

Tokyo to Kitakyushu train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kokura station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kitakyushu?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kitakyushu is 1011 km. It takes approximately 12h 3m to drive from Tokyo to Kitakyushu.

Where can I stay near Kitakyushu?

There are 198+ hotels available in Kitakyushu.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Tokyo to Kitakyushu by train, night 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 Tokyo to Kokuratrain Nozomi
4h 28m
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Sunatsunightbus
13h 20m
¥9,000–25,000
Drive 1,010.8 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kitakyushucar 1,010.8 km
12h 3m
¥17,615–25,443
Fly to Kitakyushu Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)plane HND - KKJ
2. Take the train from Kusami to Minamikokuratrain
4h 12m
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hofu Stationnightbus Hagi Express
2. Take the train from Hōfu to Shimonosekitrain San-yō Line Local
15h 39m
Fly to Fukuoka Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)plane HND - FUK
2. Take the train from Hakata Fukuoka to Kokuratrain
3h 52m
Fly to Oita Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Oita Airport (OIT)plane HND - OIT
2. Take the train from Beppu to Kokuratrain
6h 3m
Fly to Yamaguchi Ube Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Yamaguchi Ube Airport (UBJ)plane HND - UBJ
2. Take the train from Shin Yamaguchi to Kokuratrain
5h 32m

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ) flights

94Weekly Planes

1h 40mAverage Duration

¥14,971Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,006.7 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tokyo to Kokura hourly, and the journey takes 4h 28m. Alternatively, Nishitetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Sunatsu once daily. Tickets cost ¥9,000–25,000 and the journey takes 13h 20m.

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