How to travel from Yakushima Island to Nagasaki, Japan
The distance between Yakushima Island and Nagasaki is around 447km (278 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 10m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Yakushima Island to Nagasaki by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Nagasaki → Yakushima Island if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Nagasaki(Nagasaki).
- Duration3h 10m
- Flight time1hr
- Typical cost¥20,125($145)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry to Ibusuki, train
Take a ferry to Ibusuki then take the train to Kagoshima-Chuo then Shin-Tosu and then to Nagasaki(Nagasaki).
- Duration5h 55m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥19,985($145)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Ibusuki and then to Kagoshima then take the bus to Kosoku Kiyama and then to Nagasaki.
- Duration8hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥19,985($145)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Oniike Port then take a ferry to Kuchinotsu Port then drive to Nagasaki.
- Duration7h 40m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥15,745($115)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yakushima Island and Nagasaki
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yakushima Island to Nagasaki by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around ¥14,510 ($105) and will take around 9h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥20,125 ($145).
The distance between Yakushima Island and Nagasaki is around 447km (278 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 274km (170 miles)
It takes around 6h 20m to get from Yakushima Island and Nagasaki by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Yakushima Island to Nagasaki is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ¥20,125 ($145).
The cheapest way to travel between Yakushima Island and Nagasaki is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥14,510 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yakushima Island and Nagasaki. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Nagasaki(Nagasaki). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yakushima Island and Nagasaki. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Nagasaki(Nagasaki). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Yakushima Island to Nagasaki. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Nagasaki(Nagasaki). instead which will take 3h 10m.
The closest major airport to Nagasaki is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Nagasaki. Amakusa Airport (AXJ) (AXJ) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) 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 Nagasaki. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Shin-Tosu and then to Nagasaki(Nagasaki). instead which will take 6h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yakushima Island to Nagasaki is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 6h 20m and will usually cost around ¥21,080 ($155).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yakushima Island and Nagasaki
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 1 similar | 3h 10m | ¥20,125($145) | hourly | 515km (320 miles) |
| Plane, Ferry and Car | 3h 20m | ¥16,840($125) | every 2 hours | 569km (354 miles) |
Ferry to Ibusuki, train + 2 similar | 5h 55m | ¥19,985($145) | once daily | 496km (308 miles) |
| Ferry and Train | 6h 20m | ¥21,080($155) | 5 times a day | 490km (304 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Bus | 8h 10m | ¥20,125($145) | 5 times a day | 498km (309 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 8hrs | ¥19,985($145) | once daily | 620km (385 miles) |
| Ferry to Kagoshima, bus | 9h 10m | ¥14,510($105) | once daily | 562km (349 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 7h 40m | ¥15,745($115) | 5 times a day | 447km (278 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yakushima Island and Nagasaki
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Ferry Yakushima
Shimatetsu Group
Airlines
Amakusa Airlines
Bus companies
Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus
Nishitetsu
Miyazaki Kotsu
Train operators
Airports near Nagasaki
The following major airports near Nagasaki offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
- Distance
- 19km (12 miles) from Nagasaki
Amakusa Airport (AXJ)
- Distance
- 39km (25 miles) from Nagasaki
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 107km (66 miles) from Nagasaki