How to travel from Yakushima Island to Nagano, Japan
The distance between Yakushima Island and Nagano is around 1,182km (734 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 45m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Yakushima Island to Nagano 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 Nagano → Yakushima Island if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the train to Nagano.
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time2h 35m
- Typical cost¥41,615($305)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry to Kagoshima, train
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Shin-Osaka then Kanazawa and then to Nagano.
- Duration11h 5m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥44,630($325)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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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 then Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and then to Nagano Bus Terminal.
- Duration22h 55m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥38,470($280)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Nagano.
- Duration18h 5m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥29,570($215)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yakushima Island and Nagano
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yakushima Island to Nagano by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥29,570 ($215) and will take around 18h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥41,615 ($305).
The distance between Yakushima Island and Nagano is around 1,182km (734 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 998km (620 miles)
It takes around 3h 45m to get from Yakushima Island and Nagano by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Yakushima Island to Nagano is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx ¥41,615 ($305).
The cheapest way to travel between Yakushima Island and Nagano is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥29,570 ($215) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yakushima Island and Nagano. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the train to Nagano. instead which will take 3h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yakushima Island and Nagano. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the train to Nagano. instead which will take 3h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yakushima Island to Nagano. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the train to Nagano. instead which will take 3h 45m.
The closest major airport to Nagano is Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) (MMJ) which is approximately 59km (37 miles) from Nagano. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) 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 Nagano. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsumoto (MMJ) then take the train to Nagano. instead which will take 3h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yakushima Island to Nagano is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around ¥41,615 ($305).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yakushima Island and Nagano
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 3 similar | 3h 45m | ¥41,615($305) | hourly | 1,182km (734 miles) |
| Fly to Komatsu (KMQ), Train | 4hrs | ¥42,850($315) | hourly | 1,244km (773 miles) |
| Fly to Tokyo Haneda (HND), Train | 4h 10m | ¥64,890($475) | every 30 mins | 1,334km (829 miles) |
| Fly to Chūbu Centrair (NGO), Train | 5h 60m | ¥32,170($235) | hourly | 1,247km (775 miles) |
Ferry to Kagoshima, train + 1 similar | 11h 5m | ¥44,630($325) | 5 times a day | 1,434km (891 miles) |
| Ferry and Train | 11h 20m | ¥50,790($370) | 5 times a day | 1,676km (1,042 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 22h 55m | ¥38,470($280) | once daily | 1,833km (1,139 miles) |
| Ferry to Kagoshima, bus | 1 day 1h | ¥34,360($250) | once daily | 1,472km (915 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 18h 5m | ¥29,570($215) | 5 times a day | 1,410km (876 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yakushima Island and Nagano
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Skymark Airlines
Oriental Air Bridge
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Nagaden Bus
Kyushu Sanko Group
Kintetsu Bus
Train operators
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Airports near Nagano
The following major airports near Nagano offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
- Distance
- 59km (37 miles) from Nagano
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 188km (117 miles) from Nagano
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 219km (136 miles) from Nagano