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

The cheapest way to get from Beppu to Kurume is to drive which costs ¥2000 - ¥2900 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beppu to Kurume is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct bus between Beppu and Kurume?

No, there is no direct bus from Beppu to Kurume. However, there are services departing from Beppu Kitahama and arriving at Nishitetsu Kurume via Kiyama AP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Beppu and Kurume?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Beppu and arriving at Kurume. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Beppu to Kurume?

The distance between Beppu and Kurume is 208 km. The road distance is 116.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Beppu to Kurume without a car is to train via Kitakyushu which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Beppu to Kurume, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beppu to Kurume bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Beppu to Kurume train from?

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

Train or bus from Beppu to Kurume?

The best way to get from Beppu to Kurume is to train via Kitakyushu which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2400 - ¥3700 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Beppu to Kurume bus arrive?

Beppu to Kurume bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Kousoku Kiyama station.

Where does the Beppu to Kurume train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Beppu to Kurume?

Yes, the driving distance between Beppu to Kurume is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Beppu to Kurume.

Where can I stay near Kurume?

There are 257+ hotels available in Kurume.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Beppu to Kurume 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 via Kitakyushu
best
1. Take the train from Beppu to Kokuratrain Sonic / ...
2. Take the train from Kokura to Kurumetrain Sakura
2h 9m
¥7,020–10,460
Drive 116.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Beppu to Kurumecar 116.4 km
1h 51m
¥2,005–2,896
Bus
1. Take the bus from Beppu Kitahama to Kousoku Kiyamabus Toyonokuni
3h 13m
¥2,468–3,660
Train
1. Take the train from Beppu to Kurumetrain Yufu / ...
2h 39m
¥4,300–25,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 207.9 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Beppu to Kurume via Kokura in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, Nishitetsu Bus operates a bus from Beppu Kitahama to Kousoku Kiyama 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,100–3,300 and the journey takes 2h 14m.

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