How to travel from Kagoshima to Kōfu, Japan
The distance between Kagoshima and Kōfu is around 998km (620 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 35m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Kagoshima 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 → Kagoshima if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Kagoshima (KOJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Kofu.
- Duration4h 35m
- Flight time1h 45m
- Typical cost¥22,040($160)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Shin-Kobe then Shizuoka and then to Kofu.
- Duration8h 10m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥33,130($240)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Bus via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal
Take the bus to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal then Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and then to Kofu Station.
- Duration20h 45m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥24,095($175)
Multiple bus operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kagoshima and Kōfu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kagoshima to Kōfu by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around ¥22,040 ($160) and will take around 4h 35m.
The distance between Kagoshima and Kōfu is around 998km (620 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 874km (543 miles)
It takes around 8h 10m to get from Kagoshima and Kōfu by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 35m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Kagoshima to Kōfu is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx ¥22,040 ($160).
The cheapest way to travel between Kagoshima and Kōfu, if you exclude driving, is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥22,040 ($160) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Kagoshima and Kōfu. It typically takes around 8h 10m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Kagoshima to Kōfu. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Kobe and Shizuoka. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 8h 10m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Kagoshima and Kōfu. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 8h 10m, 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 Kagoshima and Kōfu. It typically takes around 23h 20m and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Kagoshima to Kōfu. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Kumamoto Kencho-mae and Tennōji. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 23h 20m.
Kyushu Sanko Group, Kintetsu Bus, Nishitetsu and Keio Dentetsu Bus run regular bus services between Kagoshima and Kōfu. Buses run once daily and take around 23h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kagoshima to Kōfu. We recommend that you fly from Kagoshima (KOJ) 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 Kagoshima and Kōfu. The distance is around 1,270km (789 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 35m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kagoshima to Kōfu is to take the train which takes, on average, 8h 10m and will usually cost around ¥33,130 ($240).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kagoshima and Kōfu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 4 similar | 4h 35m | ¥22,040($160) | hourly | 1,121km (697 miles) |
| Fly to Tokyo Narita (NRT), train | 5hrs | ¥51,475($375) | hourly | 1,229km (764 miles) |
| Fly to Chūbu Centrair (NGO), train | 5h 25m | ¥36,965($270) | every 2 hours | 998km (620 miles) |
| Train to Shinyatsushiro, plane | 5h 25m | ¥34,635($255) | every 2 hours | 1,198km (744 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5h 60m | ¥32,855($240) | every 3 hours | 1,142km (710 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 8h 10m | ¥33,130($240) | every 4 hours | 1,274km (792 miles) |
| Train via Shin-Osaka | 8h 50m | ¥33,815($245) | every 4 hours | 1,274km (792 miles) |
Bus via Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal + 1 similar | 20h 45m | ¥24,095($175) | once daily | 1,577km (980 miles) |
| Bus | 23h 20m | ¥23,410($170) | once daily | 1,350km (839 miles) |
Drive | 14h 35m | ¥19,030($140) | on demand | 1,270km (789 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kagoshima and Kōfu
Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Solaseed Air
Bus companies
Kyushu Sanko Group
Kintetsu Bus
Nishitetsu
Keio Dentetsu Bus
Train operators
Keisei Skyliner
Keisei Railways
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