How to travel from Fukushima to Kōchi, Japan

The distance between Fukushima and Kōchi is around 824km (512 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 55m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Fukushima to Kōchi 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 KōchiFukushima if you're planning a return trip.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Koriyama(Fukushima) then fly from Fukushima (FKS) to Kochi (KCZ).

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Flight time1h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ¥29,295($215)
Operated by

Multiple operators

3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Tokyo then Okayama and then to Kochi(Kochi).

  • Duration7h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥28,750($210)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and then to Harimayabashi.

  • Duration16h 35m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥3,835($28)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Kōchi.

  • Duration12h 15m
  • Distance1,054km (655 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Fukushima and Kōchi

There are several options for getting from Fukushima to Kōchi by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥3,835 ($28) and will take around 16h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥29,295 ($215).

The distance between Fukushima and Kōchi is around 824km (512 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 779km (484 miles)

It takes around 7h 20m to get from Fukushima and Kōchi by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Fukushima to Kōchi is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ¥29,295 ($215).

The cheapest way to travel between Fukushima and Kōchi, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥3,835 ($28) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Fukushima and Kōchi. It typically takes around 7h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Fukushima to Kōchi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Tokyo and Okayama. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 7h 20m.

Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Fukushima and Kōchi. Trains depart hourly and will take around 7h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Fukushima and Kōchi. It typically takes around 16h 35m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Fukushima to Kōchi. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 16h 35m.

Willer Express, JR Bus Kanto, Kintetsu Bus and JR Shikoku Bus run regular bus services between Fukushima and Kōchi. Buses run once daily and take around 16h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Fukushima to Kōchi. We recommend that you take the train to Koriyama(Fukushima) then fly from Fukushima (FKS) to Kochi (KCZ). instead which will take 2h 55m.

The closest major airport to Kōchi is Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ) (KCZ) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Kōchi. Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) 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 Fukushima and Kōchi. The distance is around 1,054km (655 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Fukushima to Kōchi is to take the train which takes, on average, 7h 20m and will usually cost around ¥28,750 ($210).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Fukushima and Kōchi

Transport options from Fukushima to Kōchi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 3 similar
2h 55m
¥29,295($215)
hourly824km (512 miles)
Train to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr), Fly3h 25m
¥39,015($285)
hourly933km (580 miles)
Train to Ueno, Fly3h 45m
¥30,800($225)
hourly893km (555 miles)
Train to Sakurambohigashine, Fly4hrs
¥34,225($250)
every 4 hours948km (589 miles)
Train
7h 20m
¥28,750($210)
hourly1,106km (687 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
16h 35m
¥3,835($28)
once daily1,103km (685 miles)
Bus via Ōsaka18hrs
¥19,985($145)
once daily1,085km (674 miles)
Drive
12h 15m
¥15,745($115)
on demand1,054km (655 miles)

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Airports near Kōchi

The following major airports near Kōchi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

KCZ
Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Kōchi
KIX
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
International Airport
Distance
184km (115 miles) from Kōchi
FUK
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
International Airport
Distance
287km (178 miles) from Kōchi