How to travel from Yakushima Island to Sasebo, Japan
The distance between Yakushima Island and Sasebo is around 453km (281 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 5m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Yakushima Island to Sasebo 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 Sasebo → Yakushima Island if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Nagasaki (NGS).
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time2h 50m
- Typical cost¥26,285($190)
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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 Sasebo.
- Duration7h 50m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥19,715($145)
Multiple operators
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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 Sasebo.
- Duration5h 45m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥19,165($140)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Sasebo.
- Duration7h 10m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥15,335($110)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yakushima Island and Sasebo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yakushima Island to Sasebo by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥15,335 ($110) and will take around 7h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥18,890 ($140).
The distance between Yakushima Island and Sasebo is around 453km (281 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 324km (201 miles)
It takes around 6h 10m to get from Yakushima Island and Sasebo by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Yakushima Island to Sasebo is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 5m and will set you back approx ¥18,890 ($140).
The cheapest way to travel between Yakushima Island and Sasebo is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥15,335 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yakushima Island and Sasebo. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Sasebo. instead which will take 3h 5m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yakushima Island and Sasebo. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Fukuoka (FUK) then take the train to Sasebo. instead which will take 3h 5m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Yakushima Island and Sasebo. Flights depart from Yakushima (KUM) and arrive at Nagasaki (NGS) - via Osaka Itami (ITM). The flight takes around 2h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Yakushima Island to Sasebo. There is however a flight that goes via Osaka Itami (ITM). This services will take at least 3h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Yakushima Island to Sasebo typically takes around 2h 50m. Flights depart from Yakushima (KUM) and and arrive into Nagasaki (NGS).
The closest major airport to Sasebo is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Sasebo. Saga Airport (HSG) (HSG) 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 Sasebo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Shin-Tosu and then to Sasebo. instead which will take 6h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yakushima Island to Sasebo is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 6h 10m and will usually cost around ¥20,125 ($145).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yakushima Island and Sasebo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 45m | ¥26,285($190) | hourly | 1,264km (785 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3h 5m | ¥18,890($140) | hourly | 478km (297 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 7h 50m | ¥19,715($145) | once daily | 594km (369 miles) |
| Ferry to Kagoshima, bus | 10h 40m | ¥15,880($115) | once daily | 628km (390 miles) |
Ferry to Ibusuki, train + 1 similar | 5h 45m | ¥19,165($140) | once daily | 459km (285 miles) |
| Ferry and Train | 6h 10m | ¥20,125($145) | 5 times a day | 453km (281 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 7h 10m | ¥15,335($110) | 5 times a day | 458km (284 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yakushima Island and Sasebo
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Miyazaki Kotsu
Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus
Airlines
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Ferry Yakushima
Train operators
Airports near Sasebo
The following major airports near Sasebo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
- Distance
- 35km (22 miles) from Sasebo
Saga Airport (HSG)
- Distance
- 55km (34 miles) from Sasebo
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Sasebo