How to travel from Imabari-shi to Kōfu, Japan
The distance between Imabari-shi and Kōfu is around 706km (439 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 35m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Imabari-shi 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 → Imabari-shi if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Matsuyama(Ehime) then fly from Matsuyama (MYJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Kofu.
- Duration4h 35m
- Flight time1h 25m
- Typical cost¥41,345($300)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Train
Take the train to Okayama then Shin-Yokohama and then to Kofu.
- Duration6h 50m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost¥24,640($180)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Fukuyama station front then take the train to Kyoto then take the bus to Kōfu Station.
- Duration9h 50m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost¥19,305($140)
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Imabari-shi and Kōfu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Imabari-shi to Kōfu by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ¥15,470 ($115) and will take around 18hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥41,345 ($300).
The distance between Imabari-shi and Kōfu is around 706km (439 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 539km (335 miles)
It takes around 6h 50m to get from Imabari-shi and Kōfu by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 60m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Imabari-shi to Kōfu is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx ¥41,345 ($300).
The cheapest way to travel between Imabari-shi and Kōfu, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥15,470 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Imabari-shi and Kōfu. It typically takes around 6h 50m and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Imabari-shi to Kōfu. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Okayama, Shin-Yokohama and Hachioji. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 6h 50m.
Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Imabari-shi and Kōfu. Trains depart hourly and will take around 6h 50m, 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 Imabari-shi and Kōfu. We recommend that you take the train to Matsuyama(Ehime) then fly from Matsuyama (MYJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Kofu. instead which will take 4h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Imabari-shi to Kōfu. We recommend that you take the train to Matsuyama(Ehime) then fly from Matsuyama (MYJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Kofu. instead which will take 4h 35m.
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 Imabari-shi and Kōfu. The distance is around 706km (439 miles) by road and it will take around 7h 60m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Imabari-shi to Kōfu is to take the train which takes, on average, 6h 50m and will usually cost around ¥24,640 ($180).
Compare travel optionsbetween Imabari-shi and Kōfu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 1 similar | 4h 35m | ¥41,345($300) | hourly | 876km (544 miles) |
| Train to Takamatsu(Kagawa), plane | 6hrs | ¥25,600($185) | hourly | 854km (531 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 6h 50m | ¥24,640($180) | hourly | 932km (579 miles) |
| Train via Okayama | 7h 35m | ¥21,495($155) | every 4 hours | 791km (492 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 9h 50m | ¥19,305($140) | 4 times a week | 729km (453 miles) |
| Train and Bus | 18hrs | ¥15,470($115) | twice daily | 851km (529 miles) |
Drive | 7h 60m | ¥10,540($77) | on demand | 706km (439 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Imabari-shi and Kōfu
Bus companies
Iyotetsu
Kintetsu Bus
JR Shikoku Bus
Fujikyuko Express Bus
Airlines
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