Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) to Kagoshima-Chuo Station

How to get from the airport to the city centre: time, fare and hours for each option.

1. Airport busNangoku Kotsu airport limousine bus

   38–55 min

   Fare

   ¥1,500

   Hours

   flight-timed

   The direct run takes about 38–40 minutes; some afternoon/evening runs go via Yoshino and take about 55 minutes. Departure times can shift slightly to match flight arrivals.

   Source: nangoku-kotsu.com · checked 2026-09-29

2. TaxiAirport taxi

   40–60 min

   Fare

   ¥12,000–¥15,000

   Hours

   24h

   The airport is about 42 km from the station, so a taxi costs far more than the bus — worth it mainly for groups or heavy luggage.

   Source: www.koj-ab.co.jp · checked 2026-09-29

Fares and timetables change. Confirm with the operator before you travel.