How to travel from Matsumoto to Kagoshima, Japan

The distance between Matsumoto and Kagoshima is around 872km (542 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Matsumoto to Kagoshima by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KagoshimaMatsumoto if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Matsumoto (MMJ) to Kagoshima (KOJ).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time2h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ¥28,065($205)
Operated by

Fuji Dream

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3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Nagoya then Hakata and then to Kagoshima-Chuo.

  • Duration6h 55m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥35,595($260)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Shin Osaka then take the train to Hakata then take the bus to Kagoshima Chuo Station.

  • Duration12h 45m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ¥28,750($210)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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car
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Drive

Drive to Kagoshima.

  • Duration14h 25m
  • Distance1,213km (754 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Matsumoto and Kagoshima

There are several options for getting from Matsumoto to Kagoshima by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ¥26,010 ($190) and will take around 20h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥28,065 ($205).

The distance between Matsumoto and Kagoshima is around 872km (542 miles).

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Matsumoto and Kagoshima by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Matsumoto to Kagoshima is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ¥28,065 ($205).

The cheapest way to travel between Matsumoto and Kagoshima, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥26,010 ($190) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Matsumoto and Kagoshima. It typically takes around 6h 55m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Matsumoto to Kagoshima. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Nagoya and Hakata. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 6h 55m.

Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Matsumoto and Kagoshima. Trains depart hourly and will take around 6h 55m, 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 Matsumoto and Kagoshima. We recommend that you fly from Matsumoto (MMJ) to Kagoshima (KOJ). instead which will take 3hrs.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Matsumoto and Kagoshima. Flights depart from Matsumoto (MMJ) and arrive at Kagoshima (KOJ) - via Kobe (UKB). The flight takes around 2h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Matsumoto to Kagoshima. There is however a flight that goes via Kobe (UKB). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Matsumoto to Kagoshima typically takes around 2h 15m. Flights depart from Matsumoto (MMJ) and and arrive into Kagoshima (KOJ).

The closest major airport to Kagoshima is Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) (KOJ) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Kagoshima. Miyazaki Airport (KMI) (KMI) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) 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 Matsumoto and Kagoshima. The distance is around 1,213km (754 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Matsumoto to Kagoshima is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ¥33,130 ($240).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Matsumoto and Kagoshima

Transport options from Matsumoto to Kagoshima
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
3hrs
¥28,065($205)
every 15 mins872km (542 miles)
Plane and Train3h 20m
¥33,130($240)
hourly1,010km (628 miles)
Train and Plane4h 45m
¥26,150($190)
hourly924km (574 miles)
Train to Shinjuku(Jr), Fly5h 35m
¥33,675($245)
hourly1,219km (758 miles)
Train
6h 55m
¥35,595($260)
hourly1,164km (723 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
12h 45m
¥28,750($210)
4 times a day1,228km (763 miles)
Train and Bus20h 30m
¥26,010($190)
once daily1,317km (818 miles)
Drive
14h 25m
¥17,525($130)
on demand1,213km (754 miles)

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Airports near Kagoshima

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

KOJ
Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
35km (22 miles) from Kagoshima
KMI
Miyazaki Airport (KMI)
Domestic Airport
Distance
93km (58 miles) from Kagoshima
FUK
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
International Airport
Distance
230km (143 miles) from Kagoshima