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KagoshimaSaga

Kagoshima to Saga by bus

Saga lies 187 km (116 mi) north of Kagoshima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 3 h 36 min including stops, over roughly 228 km (142 mi) of road.

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KagoshimaSaga
CountryJapanJapan
Population595,049233,301
Elevation6 m (20 ft)4 m (13 ft)
Time nowUTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)

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Staying in Saga

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Common questions

How far is Saga from Kagoshima?

187 km (116 mi) in a straight line, north of Kagoshima; by road roughly 228 km (142 mi).

How long does it take to get from Kagoshima to Saga by bus?

About 3 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Kagoshima and Saga?

No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.