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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kurume is to night bus which costs ¥9500 - ¥27000 and takes 15h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kurume is to fly which takes 4h 4m and costs ¥15000 - ¥36000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kurume?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Kurume. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Nishitetsu Kurume via Hakata Bus Terminal and Kiyama AP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kurume?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Kurume. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kurume via Hakata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kurume?

The distance between Tokyo and Kurume is 1095 km. The road distance is 1088.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kurume without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs ¥24000 - ¥36000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Tokyo to Kurume, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kurume bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kurume train from?

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

Train or fly from Tokyo to Kurume?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kurume is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs ¥24000 - ¥36000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥15000 - ¥36000 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kurume bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tokyo to Kurume train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kurume?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kurume is 1088 km. It takes approximately 13h 7m to drive from Tokyo to Kurume.

Where can I stay near Kurume?

There are 253+ hotels available in Kurume.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Tokyo to Kurume 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 Hakatatrain Nozomi
5h 18m
¥24,947–35,109
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakata Bus Terminalnightbus
15h 47m
¥9,700–26,108
Drive 1,088.4 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kurumecar 1,088.4 km
13h 7m
¥18,475–26,686
Fly to Fukuoka Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)plane HND - FUK
4h 4m
¥15,410–35,864
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hofu Stationnightbus
2. Take the train from Hōfu to Shimonosekitrain
3. Take the train from Moji to Kurumetrain
18h 39m
Fly 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 Kurumetrain
5h 25m
¥16,790–47,914
Fly to Kitakyushu Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ)plane HND - KKJ
2. Take the train from Kokura to Kurumetrain
5h 25m
¥19,410–64,064
Fly to Saga Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Saga Airport (HSG)plane HND - HSG
2. Take the train from Saga to Shin-Tosutrain
6h 18m
¥41,030–71,804

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) flights

413Weekly Planes

2h 4mAverage Duration

¥13,140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,095 km
Duration: 5h 18m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Hakata hourly. Tickets cost ¥23,000–32,000 and the journey takes 4h 54m. Alternatively, Nishitetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakata Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ¥9,000–26,000 and the journey takes 14h 17m.

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