What is the cheapest way to get from Aso to Unzen?

The cheapest way to get from Aso to Unzen is to drive and car ferry which costs ¥1800 - ¥2500 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aso to Unzen?

The fastest way to get from Aso to Unzen is to drive and car ferry which takes 2h 3m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct train between Aso and Unzen?

No, there is no direct train from Aso to Unzen. However, there are services departing from Aso(Kumamoto) and arriving at Azuma via Higoozu, Kumamoto, Shin-Tosu, Takeo-Onsen and Isahaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Aso to Unzen?

The distance between Aso and Unzen is 232 km.

How do I travel from Aso to Unzen without a car?

The best way to get from Aso to Unzen without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs ¥10000 - ¥17000.

How long does it take to get from Aso to Unzen?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Aso to Unzen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aso to Unzen train from?

Aso to Unzen train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), depart from Aso(Kumamoto) station.

Train or bus from Aso to Unzen?

The best way to get from Aso to Unzen is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs ¥10000 - ¥17000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Aso to Unzen train arrive?

Aso to Unzen train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Higoozu station.

Where can I stay near Unzen?

There are 69+ hotels available in Unzen.

Aso to Unzen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aso to Unzen by train, bus, car ferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozu
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Shin-Tosu
3. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Takeo-Onsen
4. Take the train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahaya
5h 11m
¥10,555–16,937
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Aso to Nagasu Port
2. Take the car ferry from Nagasu Port to Taira Port
2h 3m
¥1,828–2,448
Bus, car ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Aso Station to Ana Crowne Plaza Hotel Kumamoto New Sky
2. Take the car ferry from Kumamoto Port to Shimabara Ferry Terminal
3. Take the train from Shimabarako to Azuma
6h 8m
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozu
2. Take the car ferry from Kumamoto Port to Shimabara Ferry Terminal
3. Take the train from Shimabarako to Azuma
5h 58m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aso Sta. to Mashiki I.C.特急：大分→九産→熊本駅 / ...
2. Take the bus from 益城インター口上り to 諫早インター上り長崎・中央橋【高速】 / ...
6h 40m

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 231.7 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Aso, Kumamoto, Japan and Unzen, Japan?

You can take a train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Azuma via Higoozu, Kumamoto, Shin-Tosu, Takeo-Onsen, and Isahaya in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aso Sta. to Azuma via 益城インター口上り, 諫早インター上り, 諫早営業所上り, 本諫早駅前下り, and Honisahaya in around 6h 40m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.