How to travel from Tanegashima to Takayama, Japan
The distance between Tanegashima and Takayama is around 1,018km (633 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 55m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Tanegashima to Takayama by ferry, 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 Takayama → Tanegashima if you're planning a return trip.
Fly to Chūbu Centrair (NGO), Train
Fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Chūbu Centrair (NGO) then take the train to Takayama.
- Duration4h 55m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost¥35,595($260)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Shin-Osaka then Nagoya and then to Takayama.
- Duration9h 20m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥39,700($290)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the bus to Kumamoto Kencho-mae then Kyōto and then to Takayama Bus Terminal.
- Duration21h 35m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥29,435($215)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Takayama.
- Duration15h 30m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥26,150($190)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tanegashima and Takayama
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tanegashima to Takayama by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥26,150 ($190) and will take around 15h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥35,595 ($260).
The distance between Tanegashima and Takayama is around 1,018km (633 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 847km (526 miles)
It takes around 9h 20m to get from Tanegashima and Takayama by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Tanegashima to Takayama is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx ¥35,595 ($260).
The cheapest way to travel between Tanegashima and Takayama is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥26,150 ($190) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Tanegashima and Takayama. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Chūbu Centrair (NGO) then take the train to Takayama. instead which will take 4h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tanegashima and Takayama. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Chūbu Centrair (NGO) then take the train to Takayama. instead which will take 4h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tanegashima to Takayama. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the bus to Takayama Bus Terminal. instead which will take 5h 25m.
The closest major airport to Takayama is Toyama Airport (TOY) (TOY) which is approximately 56km (35 miles) from Takayama. Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) (MMJ) and Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) (NGO) 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 Tanegashima to Takayama. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Shin-Osaka then Nagoya and then to Takayama. instead which will take 9h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tanegashima to Takayama is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 9h 20m and will usually cost around ¥39,700 ($290).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tanegashima and Takayama
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly to Chūbu Centrair (NGO), Train + 2 similar | 4h 55m | ¥35,595($260) | every 3 hours | 1,018km (633 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 5h 25m | ¥51,885($380) | 4 times a day | 1,179km (732 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 5h 40m | ¥34,090($250) | every 3 hours | 1,044km (649 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 9h 20m | ¥39,700($290) | 5 times a day | 1,269km (789 miles) |
| Ferry to Kagoshima, train | 9h 35m | ¥39,015($285) | 5 times a day | 1,268km (788 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 13h 40m | ¥34,225($250) | every 20 mins | 1,387km (862 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 21h 35m | ¥29,435($215) | once daily | 1,384km (860 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 15h 30m | ¥26,150($190) | 5 times a day | 1,272km (791 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tanegashima and Takayama
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Skymark Airlines
Ibex Airlines
Train operators
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Nouhi Bus
Kyushu Sanko Group
Kintetsu Bus
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Airports near Takayama
The following major airports near Takayama offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Toyama Airport (TOY)
- Distance
- 56km (35 miles) from Takayama
Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
- Distance
- 60km (38 miles) from Takayama
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
- Distance
- 148km (92 miles) from Takayama