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

The cheapest way to get from Beppu to Imari is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4500 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beppu to Imari is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct bus between Beppu and Imari?

No, there is no direct bus from Beppu to Imari station. However, there are services departing from Beppu Kitahama and arriving at Imariekimae(Imari Station) via Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Beppu and Imari?

No, there is no direct train from Beppu to Imari. However, there are services departing from Beppu and arriving at Imari via Kokura, Shin-Tosu and Arita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Beppu to Imari?

The distance between Beppu and Imari is 280 km. The road distance is 183.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Beppu to Imari without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Beppu to Imari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beppu to Imari bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Beppu to Imari train from?

Beppu to Imari train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Beppu station.

Train or bus from Beppu to Imari?

The best way to get from Beppu to Imari is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4100 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Beppu to Imari bus arrive?

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

Where does the Beppu to Imari train arrive?

Beppu to Imari train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Kokura station.

Can I drive from Beppu to Imari?

Yes, the driving distance between Beppu to Imari is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Beppu to Imari.

Where can I stay near Imari?

There are 201+ hotels available in Imari.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Beppu to Imari 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 Kokura
2. Take the train from Kokura to Shin-Tosu
3. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Arita
4h 50m
¥9,100–14,390
Drive 183.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Beppu to Imari183.1 km
2h 32m
¥3,111–4,493
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Beppu to HakataSonic / ...
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal〔Hakata Sta.〕 to Imariekimae(Imari Station)いまり号
4h 59m
¥6,540–26,600
Bus
1. Take the bus from Beppu Kitahama to Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus TerminalToyonokuni
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal to Imariekimae(Imari Station)いまり号
5h 25m
¥4,144–5,951

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 280.1 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Beppu to Imari via Kokura, Shin-Tosu, and Arita in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beppu Kitahama to Imariekimae(Imari Station) via Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal and Nishitetsu Tenjin Kosoku Bus Terminal in around 5h 25m.

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