What is the cheapest way to get from Beppu to Genkai?

The cheapest way to get from Beppu to Genkai is to drive which costs ¥3400 - ¥5000 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beppu to Genkai?

The fastest way to get from Beppu to Genkai is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs ¥3400 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct bus between Beppu and Genkai?

No, there is no direct bus from Beppu to Genkai. However, there are services departing from Beppu Kitahama and arriving at Shinden via Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal and Oteguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Beppu to Genkai?

The distance between Beppu and Genkai is 252 km. The road distance is 197.9 km.

How do I travel from Beppu to Genkai without a car?

The best way to get from Beppu to Genkai without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Beppu to Genkai?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Beppu to Genkai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beppu to Genkai bus from?

Beppu to Genkai bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Beppu Kitahama station.

Train or bus from Beppu to Genkai?

The best way to get from Beppu to Genkai is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4200 - ¥6000 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Beppu to Genkai bus arrive?

Beppu to Genkai bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Beppu to Genkai?

Yes, the driving distance between Beppu to Genkai is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Beppu to Genkai.

Where can I stay near Genkai?

There are 139+ hotels available in Genkai.

Beppu to Genkai - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Beppu to Genkai by train, bus, 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 Beppu to Hakatatrain Sonic / ...
2. Take the train from Chikuzemmaebaru to Nishikaratsutrain [36531] JR Chikuhi / ...
5h 27m
Drive 197.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Beppu to Genkaicar 197.9 km
2h 42m
¥3,419–4,938
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Beppu to Hakatatrain Sonic / ...
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 to Oteguchibus からつ号
5h 35m
¥6,520–26,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Beppu Kitahama to Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminalbus Toyonokuni
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal to Oteguchibus からつ号
6h 1m
¥4,224–5,951

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 252.4 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Beppu, Japan and Genkai, Japan?

You can take a train from Beppu to Tabuchi-iin mae(Clinic) via Hakata, Hakata, Meinohama, Meinohama, Chikuzemmaebaru, Nishikaratsu, and Nishikaratsueki-mae(Nishi-Karatsu Station) in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beppu Kitahama to Shinden via Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal, Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal, and Oteguchi in around 6h 1m.

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