How to travel from Kōchi to Naha, Japan
The distance between Kōchi and Naha is around 1,185km (736 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 10m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Kōchi to Naha by plane, train, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Naha → Kōchi if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kochi (KCZ) to Okinawa (OKA).
- Duration3h 10m
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical cost¥19,030($140)
+ 2 others2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Matsuyama Inter Guchi then Hakata Bus Terminal and then to Kagoshima Honkou then take a ferry to Naze and then to 那覇港 船客待合所.
- Duration1 day 21h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost¥35,870($260)
Multiple operators
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Okayama and then to Kagoshima-Chuo then take a ferry to 那覇港 船客待合所.
- Duration1 day 6h
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost¥36,825($270)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kōchi and Naha
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kōchi to Naha by plane, train, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around ¥19,030 ($140) and will take around 3h 10m.
The distance between Kōchi and Naha is around 1,185km (736 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 994km (617 miles)
It takes around 3h 10m to get from Kōchi and Naha by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kōchi to Naha is to fly which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ¥19,030 ($140).
The cheapest way to travel between Kōchi and Naha is to fly which will typically cost around ¥19,030 ($140) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kōchi and Naha. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (KCZ) to Okinawa (OKA). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kōchi and Naha. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (KCZ) to Okinawa (OKA). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kōchi and Naha. Flights depart from Kochi (KCZ) and arrive at Okinawa (OKA) - via Fukuoka (FUK). The flight takes around 2h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Kōchi to Naha. There is however a flight that goes via Fukuoka (FUK). This services will take at least 3h 10m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kōchi to Naha typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Kochi (KCZ) and and arrive into Okinawa (OKA).
The closest major airport to Naha is Naha Airport (OKA) (OKA) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Naha. Kume-jima Airport (UEO) (UEO) 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 Naha. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (KCZ) to Okinawa (OKA). instead which will take 3h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kōchi to Naha is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around ¥19,030 ($140).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kōchi and Naha
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 3h 10m | ¥19,030($140) | hourly | 1,185km (736 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 40m | ¥28,750($210) | every 4 hours | 1,228km (763 miles) |
| Train to Tadotsu, plane | 6h 15m | ¥33,130($240) | hourly | 1,276km (793 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 1 day 21h | ¥35,870($260) | twice a week | 1,763km (1,095 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 6h | ¥36,825($270) | 4 times a week | 1,556km (967 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Ferry | 1 day 9h | ¥32,995($240) | 4 times a week | 1,662km (1,033 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kōchi and Naha
Bus companies
Ryobi Express
Nishitetsu
Yanbaru Express
Karry Kanko
JR Shikoku Bus
Train operators
Airlines
Japan Transocean Air
Ferry operators
A Line
Marix Line
Airports near Naha
The following major airports near Naha offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Naha Airport (OKA)
- Distance
- 3km (2 miles) from Naha
Kume-jima Airport (UEO)
- Distance
- 97km (60 miles) from Naha
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 862km (536 miles) from Naha