How to travel from Chitose to Kumamoto, Japan
The distance between Chitose and Kumamoto is around 1,539km (956 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 50m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Chitose to Kumamoto by plane, bus, train, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kumamoto → Chitose if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Kumamoto (KMJ).
- Duration3h 50m
- Flight time3hrs
- Typical cost¥33,675($245)
+ 4 others1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Train
Take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo then Hakata and then to Kumamoto.
- Duration13hrs
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥57,500($420)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Hirafu Welcome Center and then to Shin Hakodate Hokuto then take the train to Tokyo then take the bus to Tokuyama-eki then take the train to Hakata then take the bus to Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal.
- Duration24h 35m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥55,305($405)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Car and Ferry
Drive to Otaru then take a ferry to Maizuru then drive to Kumamoto.
- Duration1 day 6h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥30,120($220)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chitose and Kumamoto
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Chitose to Kumamoto by plane, bus, train, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥30,120 ($220) and will take around 1 day 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥33,675 ($245).
The distance between Chitose and Kumamoto is around 1,539km (956 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,487km (924 miles)
It takes around 3h 50m to get from Chitose and Kumamoto by plane.
The quickest way to get from Chitose to Kumamoto is to fly which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx ¥33,675 ($245).
The cheapest way to travel between Chitose and Kumamoto is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥30,120 ($220) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Chitose and Kumamoto. It typically takes around 13hrs and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Chitose to Kumamoto. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo and Hakata. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 13hrs.
Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Chitose and Kumamoto. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 13hrs, 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 Chitose and Kumamoto. We recommend that you fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Kumamoto (KMJ). instead which will take 3h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Chitose and Kumamoto. Flights depart from New Chitose (CTS) and arrive at Kumamoto (KMJ) - via Osaka Itami (ITM). The flight takes around 3hrs.
There is no direct flight from Chitose to Kumamoto. There is however a flight that goes via Osaka Itami (ITM). This services will take at least 3h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Chitose to Kumamoto typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from New Chitose (CTS) and and arrive into Kumamoto (KMJ).
The closest major airport to Kumamoto is Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) (KMJ) which is approximately 30km (18 miles) from Kumamoto. Amakusa Airport (AXJ) (AXJ) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Chitose to Kumamoto. We recommend that you fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Kumamoto (KMJ). instead which will take 3h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chitose to Kumamoto is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around ¥33,675 ($245).
Compare travel optionsbetween Chitose and Kumamoto
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 50m | ¥33,675($245) | every 30 mins | 1,539km (956 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Train | 4h 50m | ¥35,730($260) | hourly | 1,597km (992 miles) |
Train | 13hrs | ¥57,500($420) | every 4 hours | 2,236km (1,389 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 24h 35m | ¥55,305($405) | once daily | 2,277km (1,415 miles) |
| Train and Bus | 1 day 5h | ¥45,860($335) | once daily | 2,284km (1,419 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 6h | ¥30,120($220) | once daily | 1,870km (1,162 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Chitose and Kumamoto
Bus companies
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Hokkaido Access Network
Good Sports
Niseko Bus
Hakodate Teisan Bus
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Airlines
AIRDO
Solaseed Air
Train operators
Airports near Kumamoto
The following major airports near Kumamoto offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
- Distance
- 30km (18 miles) from Kumamoto
Amakusa Airport (AXJ)
- Distance
- 48km (30 miles) from Kumamoto
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 106km (66 miles) from Kumamoto