How to travel from Kumamoto to Fujikawaguchiko, Japan

The distance between Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko is around 859km (534 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5hrs.

11 routes found

We've found 11 different ways to get from Kumamoto to Fujikawaguchiko by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Bus

Fly from Kumamoto (KMJ) to Shizuoka (FSZ) then take the bus to 富士緑の休暇村.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Flight time1h 25m
  • Typical cost
    ¥29,705($215)
Operated by

Multiple operators

6 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Shin-Kobe and then to Shizuoka.

  • Duration6hrs
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥44,355($325)
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Bus

Take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and then to Kawaguchiko Station.

  • Duration18h 50m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥21,495($155)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Fujikawaguchiko.

  • Duration12h 5m
  • Distance1,075km (668 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko

There are several options for getting from Kumamoto to Fujikawaguchiko by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥18,345 ($135) and will take around 22h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥29,705 ($215).

The distance between Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko is around 859km (534 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 813km (505 miles)

It takes around 6hrs to get from Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kumamoto to Fujikawaguchiko is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx ¥29,705 ($215).

The cheapest way to travel between Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥18,345 ($135) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko. It typically takes around 6hrs and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kumamoto to Fujikawaguchiko. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Kobe, Shizuoka and Shin-Fuji(Shizuoka). These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 6hrs.

Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 6hrs, 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 Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko. It typically takes around 18h 50m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Kumamoto to Fujikawaguchiko. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Hakata Bus Terminal, Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and Kawaguchiko Station. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 18h 50m.

Nishitetsu, Fujikyuko Express Bus and Kintetsu Bus run regular bus services between Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko. Buses run once daily and take around 18h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kumamoto to Fujikawaguchiko. We recommend that you fly from Kumamoto (KMJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Otsuki and then to Kawaguchiko then take the bus to 三湖台下. instead which will take 5h 15m.

The closest major airport to Fujikawaguchiko is Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) which is approximately 92km (57 miles) from Fujikawaguchiko. Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) and Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) 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 Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko. The distance is around 1,075km (668 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kumamoto to Fujikawaguchiko is to take the train which takes, on average, 6hrs and will usually cost around ¥44,355 ($325).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Kumamoto and Fujikawaguchiko

Transport options from Kumamoto to Fujikawaguchiko
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Bus + 6 similar
5hrs
¥29,705($215)
every 20 mins859km (534 miles)
Train, Plane and Bus5h 10m
¥38,880($285)
every 20 mins956km (594 miles)
Plane, Train and Bus5h 15m
¥24,780($180)
every 4 hours1,034km (642 miles)
Fly to Nagoya Airfield (NKM), train and bus5h 55m
¥30,120($220)
every 20 mins922km (573 miles)
Fly to Chūbu Centrair (NGO), train and bus5h 55m
¥34,225($250)
every 20 mins920km (571 miles)
Train to Shin-Tosu, plane and bus6hrs
¥36,005($265)
4 times a day1,159km (720 miles)
Train to Shin-Tosu, plane and bus7h 20m
¥36,690($270)
every 4 hours1,283km (797 miles)
Train
6hrs
¥44,355($325)
every 2 hours1,075km (668 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
18h 50m
¥21,495($155)
once daily1,371km (852 miles)
Bus via Tennōji22h 50m
¥18,345($135)
once daily1,188km (738 miles)
Drive
12h 5m
¥16,155($120)
on demand1,075km (668 miles)

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Airports near Fujikawaguchiko

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

HND
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
International Airport
Distance
92km (57 miles) from Fujikawaguchiko
FSZ
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
94km (59 miles) from Fujikawaguchiko
NRT
Narita International Airport (NRT)
International Airport
Distance
150km (93 miles) from Fujikawaguchiko