How to Get from Shin-Minamata Station to Kumamoto Station
Shinkansen・Local & Regional Rail・Taxi / Car
How Far Is It from Shin-Minamata Station to Kumamoto Station? How to Get from Shin-Minamata Station to Kumamoto Station?
The straight-line distance from Shin-Minamata Station to Kumamoto Station is approximately 63.8 km, while the actual operating rail distance via the Kyushu Shinkansen is 75.7 km. The fastest and most convenient option is the direct Kyushu Shinkansen bullet train, taking about 25 minutes.
Compare 3 Ways to Travel from Shin-Minamata Station to Kumamoto Station: Shinkansen・Local & Regional Rail・Taxi / Car
Compare Prices to Get from Shin-Minamata Station to Kumamoto Station
| Operators | Price | Duration | Routes | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JR Kyushu Shinkansen (Tsubame / Sakura) | ¥3,740 | 25m | Shin-Minamata Station -> Kumamoto Station | Direct connection Reserved and non-reserved seats Power outlets and free Wi-Fi |
| Hisatsu Orange Railway + JR Kagoshima Main Line | ¥2,280 | 1h 50m | Shin-Minamata Station -> Yatsushiro Station -> Kumamoto Station | Scenic coastal and rural views Local train experience Transfer at Yatsushiro |
Compare Operators Between Shin-Minamata Station and Kumamoto Station
JR Kyushu Shinkansen
Shin-Minamata Station to Kumamoto Station Travel Tips
Japan Rail Pass Validity
The Kyushu Shinkansen (Tsubame and Sakura services) is fully covered under the nationwide Japan Rail Pass and regional JR Kyushu Passes, making it highly cost-effective if you are touring extensively.
Power & Connectivity Onboard
Shinkansen trains feature power outlets at seats and complimentary train Wi-Fi, perfect for charging devices during the quick 25-minute journey.
Scenic Regional Alternative
If you are not in a rush, taking the Hisatsu Orange Railway combined with the JR Kagoshima Main Line offers wonderful coastal views of the Yatsushiro Sea and a more immersive local travel experience.
A stay at THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO places you in the heart of Kumamoto, steps from Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center and a 3-minute drive from Sakura-no-baba Josaien. This upscale hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Kumamoto City Hall and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Kumamoto Castle.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
At THE BLOSSOM KUMAMOTO, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Stay in one of 203 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets.
・Up to one child aged 0 to 6 years old can sleep in the same bed for free.
・When sleeping with two adults, up to one child aged 7 to 12 years old can sleep in the same bed for free.
Please inform us of the number of children and their ages when booking for two adults.
・Bedding and amenities are not provided.
・If an elementary school-aged child requests breakfast, an additional 1,400 yen (tax included) will be charged.
With a stay at ONE STATION HOTEL KUMAMOTO in Kumamoto (Nishi Ward), you'll be steps from Kumamoto Station Tourist Information Center and 4 minutes by foot from Amu Plaza Kumamoto. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Kumamoto-jo Hall and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Sakura Machi Kumamoto.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a ballroom.
Satisfy your appetite at CROSS TIME CROSS BE, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Make yourself at home in one of the 146 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones and desks, and housekeeping is provided on request.
The Moment Comfort Becomes Luxury
A high-quality hotel designed and built by Sekisui House.
At SOVA, we value the “comfort” that can be experienced through all five senses.
We pay attention not only to elegance and visual beauty, but also to the warmth of materials against your skin and the gentle harmony between light and shadow.
An evening spent talking with family.
A moment of unexpected peace during your journey.
A quiet moment shared with someone special.
Everything is there by your side—quietly, deeply, and luxuriously.
Welcoming you as a new kind of “residence,” SOVA invites you to experience a truly special stay.
We opened in February 2022. We are located in front of JR Kumamoto Station. We have a natural hot spring bath and "Welcome Bar" offering drinks free of charge.
With a stay at Toyoko Inn Kumamoto Ekimae in Kumamoto (Nishi Ward), you'll be steps from Amu Plaza Kumamoto and 4 minutes by foot from Kumamoto Shintoshin Plaza. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Kumamoto-jo Hall and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Sakura Machi Kumamoto.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 332 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided weekly.
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