How to travel from Akune to Kōfu, Japan
The distance between Akune and Kōfu is around 1,086km (675 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5h 25m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Akune to Kōfu by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kōfu → Akune if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Kagoshima-Chuo then fly from Kagoshima (KOJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Kofu.
- Duration5h 25m
- Flight time1h 45m
- Typical cost¥26,150($190)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Hiroshima, Nagoya then Shiojiri and then to Kofu.
- Duration7h 45m
- Departsevery 2 hours
- Typical cost¥32,310($235)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Kumamoto then take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and then to Kofu Station.
- Duration19h 60m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥24,915($180)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Akune and Kōfu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Akune to Kōfu by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ¥22,590 ($165) and will take around 21h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 5h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥26,150 ($190).
The distance between Akune and Kōfu is around 1,086km (675 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 873km (543 miles)
It takes around 7h 45m to get from Akune and Kōfu by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 13h 35m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Akune to Kōfu is to take the train and then fly which takes around 5h 25m and will set you back approx ¥26,150 ($190).
The cheapest way to travel between Akune and Kōfu, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥22,590 ($165) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Akune and Kōfu. It typically takes around 7h 45m and departs every 2 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Akune to Kōfu. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Izumi(Kagoshima), Hiroshima, Nagoya and Shiojiri. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 7h 45m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen, Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Akune and Kōfu. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 7h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Akune and Kōfu. We recommend that you take the train to Kagoshima-Chuo then fly from Kagoshima (KOJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Kofu. instead which will take 5h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Akune to Kōfu. We recommend that you take the train to Kagoshima-Chuo then fly from Kagoshima (KOJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Kofu. instead which will take 5h 25m.
The closest major airport to Kōfu is Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) (MMJ) which is approximately 81km (50 miles) from Kōfu. Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Akune and Kōfu. The distance is around 1,213km (753 miles) by road and it will take around 13h 35m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Akune to Kōfu is to take the train which takes, on average, 7h 45m and will usually cost around ¥32,310 ($235).
Compare travel optionsbetween Akune and Kōfu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 5 similar | 5h 25m | ¥26,150($190) | hourly | 1,210km (752 miles) |
| Train to Shinyatsushiro, plane | 5h 25m | ¥33,675($245) | every 2 hours | 1,150km (715 miles) |
| Train to Shin-Tosu, plane | 6h 10m | ¥36,825($270) | 5 times a day | 1,275km (792 miles) |
| Train to Kagoshima-Chuo, plane | 6h 15m | ¥41,070($300) | every 2 hours | 1,086km (675 miles) |
| Train to Kagoshima-Chuo, plane | 6h 45m | ¥36,965($270) | every 3 hours | 1,231km (765 miles) |
| Train to Shin-Tosu, plane | 7hrs | ¥38,880($285) | hourly | 1,396km (867 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 7h 45m | ¥32,310($235) | every 2 hours | 1,189km (739 miles) |
| Train via Shin-Osaka | 9h 10m | ¥33,130($240) | every 4 hours | 1,227km (762 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 19h 60m | ¥24,915($180) | once daily | 1,484km (922 miles) |
| Train to Kumamoto, bus | 21h 20m | ¥22,590($165) | once daily | 1,286km (799 miles) |
Drive | 13h 35m | ¥18,070($130) | on demand | 1,213km (753 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Akune and Kōfu
Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Solaseed Air
Ibex Airlines
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Keio Dentetsu Bus
Kintetsu Bus
Train operators
Airports near Kōfu
The following major airports near Kōfu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Kōfu
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
- Distance
- 103km (64 miles) from Kōfu
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 110km (69 miles) from Kōfu