How to travel from Yakushima Island to Fuji, Japan
The distance between Yakushima Island and Fuji is around 1,047km (650 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Yakushima Island to Fuji by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Fuji → Yakushima Island if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Shizuoka (FSZ).
- Duration3h 35m
- Flight time2h 30m
- Typical cost¥37,920($275)
+ 2 others4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the bus to Kumamoto Kencho-mae then Tennōji and then to Fuji Station South Gate.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥32,445($235)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Ibusuki then take the train to Kagoshima-Chuo then Shin-Kobe and then to Shizuoka.
- Duration8h 50m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥41,480($305)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Fuji.
- Duration16h 40m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥28,750($210)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yakushima Island and Fuji
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yakushima Island to Fuji by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥28,750 ($210) and will take around 16h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥37,920 ($275).
The distance between Yakushima Island and Fuji is around 1,047km (650 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 947km (589 miles)
It takes around 3h 45m to get from Yakushima Island and Fuji by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Yakushima Island to Fuji is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx ¥37,920 ($275).
The cheapest way to travel between Yakushima Island and Fuji is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥28,750 ($210) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yakushima Island and Fuji. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Shizuoka (FSZ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yakushima Island and Fuji. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Shizuoka (FSZ). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Yakushima Island and Fuji. Flights depart from Yakushima (KUM) and arrive at Shizuoka (FSZ) - via Fukuoka (FUK). The flight takes around 2h 30m.
There is no direct flight from Yakushima Island to Fuji. There is however a flight that goes via Fukuoka (FUK). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Yakushima Island to Fuji typically takes around 2h 30m. Flights depart from Yakushima (KUM) and and arrive into Shizuoka (FSZ).
The closest major airport to Fuji is Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) which is approximately 80km (50 miles) from Fuji. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) (MMJ) 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 Fuji. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Shin-Fuji(Shizuoka). instead which will take 3h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yakushima Island to Fuji is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around ¥62,565 ($455).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yakushima Island and Fuji
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 3h 35m | ¥37,920($275) | every 4 hours | 1,151km (715 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3h 45m | ¥62,565($455) | hourly | 1,237km (769 miles) |
| Fly to Nagoya Airfield (NKM), Train | 4h 30m | ¥40,385($295) | hourly | 1,203km (747 miles) |
| Fly to Chūbu Centrair (NGO), Train | 4h 30m | ¥32,170($235) | hourly | 1,206km (750 miles) |
| Fly to Osaka Itami (ITM), Train | 4h 50m | ¥48,325($355) | hourly | 1,047km (650 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 1 day 2h | ¥32,445($235) | once daily | 1,424km (885 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 8h 50m | ¥41,480($305) | once daily | 1,327km (825 miles) |
| Ferry to Kagoshima, train | 9h 60m | ¥41,345($300) | 5 times a day | 1,322km (821 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 16h 40m | ¥28,750($210) | 5 times a day | 1,352km (840 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yakushima Island and Fuji
Airlines
Fuji Dream
China Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Bus companies
Kyushu Sanko Group
Kintetsu Bus
Fujikyuko Express Bus
Train operators
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Airports near Fuji
The following major airports near Fuji offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
- Distance
- 80km (50 miles) from Fuji
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 98km (61 miles) from Fuji
Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
- Distance
- 115km (72 miles) from Fuji