How to travel from Tottori to Kōfu, Japan
The distance between Tottori and Kōfu is around 580km (360 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 40m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Tottori to Kōfu by 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 Kōfu → Tottori if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Tottori (TTJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Kofu.
- Duration3h 40m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost¥22,725($165)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Kamigori then Shin-Yokohama and then to Kofu.
- Duration6h 15m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥22,040($160)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Bus
Take the bus to Kyōto and then to Kōfu Station.
- Duration10hrs
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥11,500($84)
Multiple bus operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tottori and Kōfu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tottori to Kōfu by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥11,500 ($84) and will take around 10hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥22,725 ($165).
The distance between Tottori and Kōfu is around 580km (360 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 394km (245 miles)
It takes around 6h 15m to get from Tottori and Kōfu by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6h 45m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Tottori to Kōfu is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx ¥22,725 ($165).
The cheapest way to travel between Tottori and Kōfu, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥11,500 ($84) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Tottori and Kōfu. It typically takes around 6h 15m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Tottori to Kōfu. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kamigori, Himeji, Shin-Yokohama and Hachioji. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 6h 15m.
Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Tottori and Kōfu. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 6h 15m, 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 Tottori and Kōfu. It typically takes around 10hrs and departs twice daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Tottori to Kōfu. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Kyōto. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 10hrs.
Nihon Kotsu, Kintetsu Bus and Fujikyuko Express Bus run regular bus services between Tottori and Kōfu. Buses run twice daily and take around 10hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tottori to Kōfu. We recommend that you fly from Tottori (TTJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Kofu. instead which will take 3h 40m.
The closest major airport to Kōfu is Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) (MMJ) which is approximately 81km (50 miles) from Kōfu. Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) 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 Tottori and Kōfu. The distance is around 584km (363 miles) by road and it will take around 6h 45m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tottori to Kōfu is to take the train which takes, on average, 6h 15m and will usually cost around ¥22,040 ($160).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tottori and Kōfu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 3 similar | 3h 40m | ¥22,725($165) | 5 times a day | 662km (411 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 30m | ¥40,110($295) | 4 times a day | 580km (360 miles) |
| Train to Yonago, plane | 5h 5m | ¥28,200($205) | every 3 hours | 843km (524 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 5h 55m | ¥19,030($140) | once daily | 727km (452 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 6h 15m | ¥22,040($160) | every 3 hours | 815km (506 miles) |
| Train via Kyoto | 7h 25m | ¥19,440($140) | every 20 mins | 683km (424 miles) |
Bus + 1 similar | 10hrs | ¥11,500($84) | twice daily | 615km (382 miles) |
| Bus via Namba Station, Osaka | 15h 35m | ¥11,910($87) | twice daily | 690km (429 miles) |
Drive | 6h 45m | ¥8,760($64) | on demand | 584km (363 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tottori and Kōfu
Bus companies
Nihon Kotsu
Kintetsu Bus
Fujikyuko Express Bus
Train operators
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Airports near Kōfu
The following major airports near Kōfu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Kōfu
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
- Distance
- 103km (64 miles) from Kōfu
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 110km (69 miles) from Kōfu