How to travel from Yakushima Island to Kōfu, Japan
The distance between Yakushima Island and Kōfu is around 1,192km (741 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 40m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Yakushima Island to Kōfu 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 Kōfu → Yakushima Island if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the train to Kofu.
- Duration3h 40m
- Flight time2h 35m
- Typical cost¥41,890($305)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Hakata then Shin-Yokohama and then to Kofu.
- Duration11h 30m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥47,365($345)
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 Tennōji and then to Kōfu Station.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥33,815($245)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Kōfu.
- Duration17h 20m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥29,435($215)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yakushima Island and Kōfu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yakushima Island to Kōfu by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥29,435 ($215) and will take around 17h 20m. 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 ¥41,890 ($305).
The distance between Yakushima Island and Kōfu is around 1,192km (741 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 955km (593 miles)
It takes around 3h 40m to get from Yakushima Island and Kōfu by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Yakushima Island to Kōfu is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx ¥41,890 ($305).
The cheapest way to travel between Yakushima Island and Kōfu is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥29,435 ($215) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yakushima Island and Kōfu. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the train to Kofu. instead which will take 3h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yakushima Island and Kōfu. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the train to Kofu. instead which will take 3h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yakushima Island to Kōfu. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) 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
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Yakushima Island to Kōfu. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the train to Kofu. instead which will take 3h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yakushima Island to Kōfu is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around ¥41,890 ($305).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yakushima Island and Kōfu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 2 similar | 3h 40m | ¥41,890($305) | every 2 hours | 1,192km (741 miles) |
| Fly to Tokyo Haneda (HND), Train | 4h 30m | ¥61,880($450) | hourly | 1,240km (770 miles) |
| Fly to Shizuoka (FSZ), Train | 5h 45m | ¥39,015($285) | every 4 hours | 1,240km (771 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 11h 30m | ¥47,365($345) | 5 times a day | 1,551km (964 miles) |
| Ferry to Kagoshima, train | 12hrs | ¥43,535($320) | 5 times a day | 1,411km (877 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Bus | 22h 60m | ¥35,045($255) | once daily | 1,723km (1,071 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 1 day 2h | ¥33,815($245) | once daily | 1,486km (923 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 17h 20m | ¥29,435($215) | 5 times a day | 1,402km (871 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yakushima Island and Kōfu
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Skymark Airlines
China Airlines
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Bus companies
Kyushu Sanko Group
Kintetsu Bus
Nishitetsu
Train operators
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