How to travel from Yakushima Island to Nagaoka, Japan
The distance between Yakushima Island and Nagaoka is around 1,210km (752 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 20m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Yakushima Island to Nagaoka 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 Nagaoka → Yakushima Island if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Niigata (KIJ) then take the train to Nagaoka.
- Duration3h 20m
- Flight time2h 35m
- Typical cost¥28,200($205)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Shin-Osaka then Tokyo and then to Nagaoka.
- Duration11h 30m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥52,160($380)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and then to Nagaoka Station Oteguchi.
- Duration1 day 4h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥36,005($265)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Nagaoka.
- Duration18h 20m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥30,940($225)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yakushima Island and Nagaoka
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yakushima Island to Nagaoka by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around ¥28,200 ($205) and will take around 3h 20m.
The distance between Yakushima Island and Nagaoka is around 1,210km (752 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,101km (684 miles)
It takes around 3h 20m to get from Yakushima Island and Nagaoka by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Yakushima Island to Nagaoka is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ¥28,200 ($205).
The cheapest way to travel between Yakushima Island and Nagaoka is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥28,200 ($205) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yakushima Island and Nagaoka. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Niigata (KIJ) then take the train to Nagaoka. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yakushima Island and Nagaoka. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Niigata (KIJ) then take the train to Nagaoka. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yakushima Island to Nagaoka. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Niigata (KIJ) then take the train to Nagaoka. instead which will take 3h 20m.
The closest major airport to Nagaoka is Niigata Airport (KIJ) (KIJ) which is approximately 61km (38 miles) from Nagaoka. 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 Nagaoka. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Niigata (KIJ) then take the train to Nagaoka. instead which will take 3h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yakushima Island to Nagaoka is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ¥28,200 ($205).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yakushima Island and Nagaoka
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 1 similar | 3h 20m | ¥28,200($205) | hourly | 1,210km (752 miles) |
| Fly to Tokyo Haneda (HND), Train | 4h 35m | ¥65,575($480) | hourly | 1,357km (843 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 11h 30m | ¥52,160($380) | 5 times a day | 1,700km (1,056 miles) |
| Ferry to Kagoshima, train | 11h 45m | ¥51,475($375) | 5 times a day | 1,699km (1,056 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 16h 40m | ¥48,735($355) | once daily | 1,846km (1,147 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 1 day 4h | ¥36,005($265) | once daily | 1,856km (1,153 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 18h 20m | ¥30,940($225) | 5 times a day | 1,507km (936 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yakushima Island and Nagaoka
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Jam Jam Liner
Willer Express
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Airlines
Ibex Airlines
Train operators
Airports near Nagaoka
The following major airports near Nagaoka offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Niigata Airport (KIJ)
- Distance
- 61km (38 miles) from Nagaoka
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 227km (141 miles) from Nagaoka
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 231km (144 miles) from Nagaoka