How to travel from Kōchi to Gotō Islands, Japan
The distance between Kōchi and Gotō Islands is around 521km (324 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Kōchi to Gotō Islands by train, ferry, 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 Gotō Islands → Kōchi if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kochi (KCZ) to Fukue (FUJ).
- Duration2h 25m
- Flight time1h 40m
- Typical cost¥15,880($115)
+ 1 others2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Matsuyama Inter Guchi then Hakata Bus Terminal and then to Sasebo then take a ferry to Arikawa.
- Duration17h 25m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost¥19,030($140)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Okayama then Hakata and then to Nagasaki(Nagasaki) then take a ferry to Fukue.
- Duration8h 15m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥28,065($205)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Nagasaki then take a ferry to Fukue.
- Duration9h 40m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥17,795($130)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kōchi and Gotō Islands
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kōchi to Gotō Islands by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around ¥15,880 ($115) and will take around 2h 25m.
The distance between Kōchi and Gotō Islands is around 521km (324 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 448km (278 miles)
It takes around 8h 15m to get from Kōchi and Gotō Islands by train and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Kōchi to Gotō Islands is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ¥15,880 ($115).
The cheapest way to travel between Kōchi and Gotō Islands is to fly which will typically cost around ¥15,880 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kōchi and Gotō Islands. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (KCZ) to Fukue (FUJ). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kōchi and Gotō Islands. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (KCZ) to Fukue (FUJ). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kōchi and Gotō Islands. Flights depart from Kochi (KCZ) and arrive at Fukue (FUJ) - via Fukuoka (FUK). The flight takes around 1h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Kōchi to Gotō Islands. There is however a flight that goes via Fukuoka (FUK). This services will take at least 2h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kōchi to Gotō Islands typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Kochi (KCZ) and and arrive into Fukue (FUJ).
The closest major airport to Gotō Islands is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 104km (65 miles) from Gotō Islands. 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 Kōchi to Gotō Islands. We recommend that you take the train to Okayama then Hakata and then to Nagasaki(Nagasaki) then take a ferry to Fukue. instead which will take 8h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kōchi to Gotō Islands is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 8h 15m and will usually cost around ¥28,065 ($205).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kōchi and Gotō Islands
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 2h 25m | ¥15,880($115) | hourly | 521km (324 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 4h 45m | ¥29,845($220) | 4 times a day | 937km (582 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Ferry | 5h 25m | ¥27,105($200) | 4 times a day | 593km (368 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 17h 25m | ¥19,030($140) | 3 times a week | 888km (552 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 8h 15m | ¥28,065($205) | 4 times a day | 844km (524 miles) |
| Train to Okayama, ferry | 9h 15m | ¥24,095($175) | twice daily | 781km (485 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Ferry | 9h 10m | ¥24,780($180) | 4 times a day | 871km (541 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 9h 40m | ¥17,795($130) | 4 times a day | 805km (500 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kōchi and Gotō Islands
Bus companies
Ryobi Express
Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus
JR Shikoku Bus
Iyotetsu
Nishitetsu
Airlines
Solaseed Air
Train operators
Ferry operators
Kyuushuu Shosen
Airports near Gotō Islands
The following major airports near Gotō Islands offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
- Distance
- 104km (65 miles) from Gotō Islands
Amakusa Airport (AXJ)
- Distance
- 125km (78 miles) from Gotō Islands
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 179km (111 miles) from Gotō Islands