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Cheapest price
90Rp
Average price
91Rp
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
411 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kobe to Kitakyushu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kobe to Kitakyushu will cost around 91Rp if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 90Rp.
Of the 2 trains that leave Kobe for Kitakyushu every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 411 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:12 PM2h30Kobe2:42 PMKitakyushu90 Rp1One-way0 changes
10:54 PM2h30Kobe1:24 AMKitakyushu91 Rp1One-way0 changes
12:12 PM2h30Kobe2:42 PMKitakyushu90 Rp1One-way0 changes
10:54 PM2h30Kobe1:24 AMKitakyushu91 Rp1One-way0 changes
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Live departures
Kobe to Kitakyushu train times
The table below shows live departures for Kobe to Kitakyushu trains for tomorrow, Monday, 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:12 PM Kobe | 2h30 | 2:42 PM Kitakyushu | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:54 PM Kobe | 2h30 | 1:24 AM Kitakyushu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 17 August | |||||
![]() | 9:54 AM Kobe | 2h28 | 12:22 PM Kitakyushu | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:54 PM Kobe | 2h30 | 1:24 AM Kitakyushu | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kobe to Kitakyushu
Trains from Kobe to Kitakyushu run on average 128 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 84Rp if you book in advance.
There are 128 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 411 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 411 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price 84Rp |
Trains per day 128 |
Direct trains 128 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
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FAQs: Kobe to Kitakyushu train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kobe to Kitakyushu by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kitakyushu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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