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 fly and train which takes 3h 59m and costs ¥15000 - ¥39000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kitakyushu?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kokura Ekimae. 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 Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Kokura. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

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 38m and costs ¥22000 - ¥30000.

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

The train from Tōkyō Station to Kokura takes 4h 38m 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 Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or fly from Tokyo to Kitakyushu?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kitakyushu is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs ¥22000 - ¥30000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥26000 - ¥60000 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kitakyushu bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tokyo to Kitakyushu train arrive?

Tokyo to Kitakyushu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, 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 2m to drive from Tokyo to Kitakyushu.

Where can I stay near Kitakyushu?

There are 198+ hotels available in Kitakyushu.

Tokyo to Kitakyushu - 9 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and plane

There are 9 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 Tōkyō Station to KokuraNozomi
4h 38m
¥22,000–30,000
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kokura Ekimae
13h 20m
¥9,000–25,000
Drive 1,010.8 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kitakyushu1,010.8 km
12h 2m
¥17,174–24,806
Fly to Kitakyushu Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)HND - KKJ
4h 22m
¥26,800–56,364
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hofu StationHagi Express
2. Take the train from Hōfu to ShimonosekiSan-yō Line Local
15h 39m
Fly to Fukuoka Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)HND - FUK
2. Take the train from Hakata to Kokura
3h 59m
¥15,910–38,464
Fly to Yamaguchi Ube Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Yamaguchi Ube Airport (UBJ)HND - UBJ
2. Take the train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Kokura
5h 28m
¥20,500–56,424
Fly to Oita Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Oita Airport (OIT)HND - OIT
2. Take the train from Beppu to Kokura
6h 13m
¥17,740–46,364
Fly to Aso Kumamoto Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)HND - KMJ
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kokura
6h 4m
¥18,590–50,214

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

112Weekly Planes

1h 52mAverage Duration

¥15,477Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,006.9 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kokura hourly. Tickets cost ¥22,000–30,000 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, Nishitetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kokura Ekimae once daily. Tickets cost ¥9,000–25,000 and the journey takes 13h 20m.

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