How to travel from Yakushima Island to Chiba, Japan
The distance between Yakushima Island and Chiba is around 1,143km (710 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 15m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Yakushima Island to Chiba by plane, ferry, 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 Chiba → Yakushima Island if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Tokyo Haneda (HND).
- Duration3h 15m
- Flight time2h 20m
- Typical cost¥59,005($430)
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Ibusuki and then to Kagoshima then take the bus to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal and then to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal.
- Duration22h 40m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥36,280($265)
Multiple operators
Ferry to Ibusuki, train
Take a ferry to Ibusuki then take the train to Kagoshima-Chuo then Hakata and then to Tokyo.
- Duration10h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥43,670($320)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Chiba.
- Duration18h 40m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥31,215($230)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yakushima Island and Chiba
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yakushima Island to Chiba by plane, ferry, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around ¥30,940 ($225) and will take around 3h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥59,005 ($430).
The distance between Yakushima Island and Chiba is around 1,143km (710 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,068km (664 miles)
It takes around 3h 15m to get from Yakushima Island and Chiba by plane.
The quickest way to get from Yakushima Island to Chiba is to fly which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx ¥59,005 ($430).
The cheapest way to travel between Yakushima Island and Chiba is to fly which will typically cost around ¥30,940 ($225) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yakushima Island and Chiba. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Tokyo Haneda (HND). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yakushima Island and Chiba. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Tokyo Haneda (HND). instead which will take 3h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Yakushima Island and Chiba. Flights depart from Yakushima (KUM) and arrive at Tokyo Haneda (HND) - via Kagoshima (KOJ). The flight takes around 2h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Yakushima Island to Chiba. There is however a flight that goes via Kagoshima (KOJ). This services will take at least 3h 15m (not including layover time).
The flight from Yakushima Island to Chiba typically takes around 2h 20m. Flights depart from Yakushima (KUM) and and arrive into Tokyo Haneda (HND).
The closest major airport to Chiba is Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) which is approximately 30km (19 miles) from Chiba. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Ibaraki Airport (IBR) (IBR) 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 Yakushima Island to Chiba. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Tokyo Haneda (HND). instead which will take 3h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yakushima Island to Chiba is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around ¥59,005 ($430).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yakushima Island and Chiba
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 3h 15m | ¥59,005($430) | every 15 mins | 1,143km (710 miles) |
| Fly to Tokyo Narita (NRT) | 3h 25m | ¥30,940($225) | hourly | 1,334km (829 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 4h 25m | ¥31,350($230) | 4 times a day | 1,202km (747 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 22h 40m | ¥36,280($265) | once daily | 1,679km (1,043 miles) |
Ferry to Ibusuki, train + 2 similar | 10h 10m | ¥43,670($320) | once daily | 1,501km (933 miles) |
| Ferry and Train | 10h 15m | ¥44,630($325) | 5 times a day | 1,495km (929 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Bus | 18h 30m | ¥37,785($275) | once daily | 1,504km (935 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 18h 40m | ¥31,215($230) | 5 times a day | 1,522km (945 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yakushima Island and Chiba
Airlines
China Airlines
Bus companies
Bocho Kotsu
Nishitetsu
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Train operators
Airports near Chiba
The following major airports near Chiba offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 30km (19 miles) from Chiba
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 31km (19 miles) from Chiba
Ibaraki Airport (IBR)
- Distance
- 69km (43 miles) from Chiba