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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shimane to Kumamoto

Composite routes from Shimane to Kumamoto

Cheapest
5 h 31 min
Car
458 km.
from $25
Other
2 h 35 min
Plane, Train
304 km.
from $225.98
5 h 46 min
304 km.
from $204.76
7 h 31 min
304 km.
from $100.41
11 h 20 min
Bus, Train
304 km.
from $109.71

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Izumo Airport to Fukuoka
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.57–$177.85

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Hakata to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$27.95–$43.19
Train from Okayama to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$88.93–$127.04
Train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$47.00–$69.87
Train from Kokura to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.84–$54.63

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Matsue to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.38–$54.63
Train from Izumoshi to Shin-Yamaguchi
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$45.73–$63.52

Bus operators

Chugoku JR Bus Company

Phone:
0570-666-012
Website:
chugoku-jrbus.co.jp/
Bus from Matsue Station to Hakata
Ave. Duration:
8h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.36–$82.57
Bus from Izumoshi Station to Kokura
Ave. Duration:
7h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.36–$82.57

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

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Shimane to Kumamoto is to fly and train which takes 2h 35m and costs $108.70 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct train between Shimane and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Shimane to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Matsueshinjikoonsen and arriving at Kumamoto via Izumoshi and Shin-Yamaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Shimane to Kumamoto?

The distance between Shimane and Kumamoto is 412 km. The road distance is 530.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimane to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs $119.57 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Shimane to Kumamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimane to Kumamoto train from?

Shimane to Kumamoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Izumoshi station.

Where does the Shimane to Kumamoto train arrive?

Shimane to Kumamoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shin-Yamaguchi station.

Can I drive from Shimane to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimane to Kumamoto is 531 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Shimane to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 278+ hotels available in Kumamoto. Prices start at $25.66 per night.
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