How to Travel from
Shikoku to Kumamoto
by Plane or Car
Schedule
Shikoku, Japan → Kumamoto, Japan
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shikoku to Kumamoto
Composite routes from Shikoku to Kumamoto
Cheapest
6 h 59 min
Car
607 km.
from $33
Fastest
1 h 16 min
Plane
Transport providers
Airlines
Japan Airlines
Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Kochi Airport to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$698.70
Plane from Kochi Airport to Fukuoka
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.57–$177.85
Plane from Matsuyama Airport to Fukuoka
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.15–$406.52
Plane from Matsuyama Airport to Kagoshima
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.98–$228.67
All Nippon Airways
Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Kochi Airport to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.68–$381.11
Plane from Kochi Airport to Fukuoka
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$368.41
Train operators
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Okayama to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$88.93–$127.04
Train from Tokuyama to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$53.36–$76.22
Train from Hakata to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$27.95–$43.19
Train from Kagoshima-Chuo to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$36.84–$55.90
Japan Railways Limited Express
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Niihama to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.95–$39.38
Train from Niihama to Imabari
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.97–$22.87
Train from Niihama to Matsuyama(Ehime)
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.87–$31.76
Train from Kawanoe to Matsuyama(Ehime)
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.95–$39.38
JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company)
Phone:
0570-00-4592
Website:
jr-shikoku.co.jp/
Train from Niihama to Imabari
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Train from Niihama to Matsuyama(Ehime)
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Train from Kawanoe to Matsuyama(Ehime)
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus operators
Nishitetsu
Phone:
0570-00-1010
Website:
nishitetsu.jp/en/
Bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Tōricho-suji
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.97–$20.33
Iyotetsu
Website:
iyotetsu.co.jp
Bus from Imabari-eki to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$48.27–$76.22
Other operators
Boyo Ferry
Phone:
0820223311
Website:
boyoferry.co.jp/index.html
Other from Mitsuhama to Yanai
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$28.24
Kokudou Kyuunishi Ferry
Phone:
(097) 575-1020
Website:
koku94.jp/
Other from Misaki to Saganoseki
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.41
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Shikoku to Kumamoto?
The cheapest way to get from Shikoku to Kumamoto is to drive and car ferry which costs $39.13 - $54.35 and takes 5h 27m.
What is the fastest way to get from Shikoku to Kumamoto?
The fastest way to get from Shikoku to Kumamoto is to fly and train which takes 4h 24m and costs $97.83 - $206.52 .
Is there a direct train between Shikoku and Kumamoto?
No, there is no direct train from Shikoku to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Niihama and arriving at Kumamoto via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.
How far is it from Shikoku to Kumamoto?
The distance between Shikoku and Kumamoto is 612 km.
How do I travel from Shikoku to Kumamoto without a car?
The best way to get from Shikoku to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $97.83 - $152.17 .
How long does it take to get from Shikoku to Kumamoto?
It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Shikoku to Kumamoto, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Shikoku to Kumamoto train from?
Shikoku to Kumamoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Niihama station.
Train or fly from Shikoku to Kumamoto?
The best way to get from Shikoku to Kumamoto is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $97.83 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $108.70 - $347.83 and takes 5h 51m.
Where does the Shikoku to Kumamoto train arrive?
Shikoku to Kumamoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Okayama station.
Where can I stay near Kumamoto?
There are 278+ hotels available in Kumamoto. Prices start at $25.66 per night.
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