Driving from Nagoya to Kochi
Kochi lies 359 km (223 mi) south-west of Nagoya, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 28 min without stops, over roughly 438 km (272 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Nagoya | Kochi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 2.3 million | 332,059 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 58 m (190 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Postal codes | 289-0116–952-0311 | 198-0224–939-1426 |
Where to book car hire from Nagoya to Kochi
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Staying in Kochi
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Common questions
How far is Kochi from Nagoya?
359 km (223 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Nagoya; by road roughly 438 km (272 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nagoya to Kochi by car?
About 5 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nagoya and Kochi?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.