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Kumamoto to Matsue

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Kumamoto, Japan → Matsue, Japan

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Two ways to Travel from Kumamoto to Matsue

Composite routes from Kumamoto to Matsue

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Other

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Kumamoto Airport to Izumo
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$355.70
Plane from Fukuoka Airport to Izumo
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$203.26

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Kumamoto Airport to Izumo
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$215.96–$457.33

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kumamoto to Shin-Yamaguchi
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$47.00–$69.87
Train from Hakata to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$69.87–$107.98
Train from Kumamoto to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$88.93–$127.04
Train from Kumamoto to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$27.95–$43.19

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-04-1717
Website:
jrkyushu.co.jp/
Train from Kumamoto to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$50.81–$76.22
Train from Okayama to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.38–$54.63

Bus operators

Chugoku JR Bus Company

Phone:
0570-666-012
Website:
chugoku-jrbus.co.jp/
Bus from Okayama Station to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
8h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.36–$82.57

Nishitetsu

Phone:
0570-00-1010
Website:
nishitetsu.jp/en/
Bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$19.06–$27.95

Chutetsu Bus

Phone:
(086)222-6601
Website:
chutetsu-bus.co.jp/index.htm
Bus from Okayama Station to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.33–$30.49

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Matsue?

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Matsue is to drive which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 5h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Matsue?

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Matsue is to train and fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $130.43 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto and Matsue?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumamoto to Matsue station. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal and arriving at Matsue Station via Hakata Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Matsue?

No, there is no direct train from Kumamoto to Matsue. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Matsue via Shin-Yamaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct flight between Kumamoto and Matsue?

There are no direct flights between Kumamoto and Matsue. The fastest has 1 change and takes 3h and costs $76.09 - $304.35 .

How far is it from Kumamoto to Matsue?

The distance between Kumamoto and Matsue is 478 km. The road distance is 535.3 km.

How do I travel from Kumamoto to Matsue without a car?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Matsue without a car is to train via Ogōri-shimogō which takes 5h 50m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Kumamoto to Matsue?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Kumamoto to Matsue, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Matsue bus from?

Kumamoto to Matsue bus services, operated by Nishitetsu, depart from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Matsue train from?

Kumamoto to Matsue train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kumamoto station.

Train or fly from Kumamoto to Matsue?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Matsue is to train via Ogōri-shimogō which takes 5h 50m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Kumamoto to Matsue bus arrive?

Kumamoto to Matsue bus services, operated by Nishitetsu, arrive at Hakata Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kumamoto to Matsue train arrive?

Kumamoto to Matsue train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Yamaguchi station.

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Matsue?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Matsue is 535 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Kumamoto to Matsue.

Where can I stay near Matsue?

There are 111+ hotels available in Matsue. Prices start at $23.10 per night.
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