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

The cheapest way to get from Beppu to Kusatsu is to drive which costs ¥11000 - ¥17000 and takes 8h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beppu to Kusatsu is to bus and fly which takes 4h 23m and costs ¥18000 - ¥33000.

Is there a direct train between Beppu and Kusatsu?

No, there is no direct train from Beppu to Kusatsu. However, there are services departing from Beppu and arriving at Kusatsu(Shiga) via Kokura and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Beppu to Kusatsu?

The distance between Beppu and Kusatsu is 674 km. The road distance is 672.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Beppu to Kusatsu without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs ¥17000 - ¥26000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Beppu to Kusatsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beppu to Kusatsu train from?

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

Train or bus from Beppu to Kusatsu?

The best way to get from Beppu to Kusatsu is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs ¥17000 - ¥26000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8000 - ¥17000 and takes 12h 33m.

Where does the Beppu to Kusatsu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Beppu to Kusatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Beppu to Kusatsu is 673 km. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Beppu to Kusatsu.

Where can I stay near Kusatsu?

There are 3049+ hotels available in Kusatsu.

Beppu to Kusatsu - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Beppu to Kusatsu by train, bus, car ferry, car, or plane

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 Kokuratrain Sonic / ...
2. Take the train from Kokura to Kyōtotrain Nozomi
4h 28m
¥17,020–25,360
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beppu Kitahama to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus Sorin
12h 33m
¥8,200–16,200
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Beppu to Osaka Nanko Cosmocarferry
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
13h 37m
¥15,950–22,850
Drive 672.7 km
1. Drive from Beppu to Kusatsucar 672.7 km
8h 47m
¥11,476–16,576
Bus to Oita Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Beppu-Kitahama to Ōita Airportbus
2. Fly from Oita Airport (OIT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane OIT - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 23m
¥18,050–32,350
Train to Fukuoka Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Beppu to Hakatatrain
2. Fly from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane FUK - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
5h 48m
¥17,860–58,550
Train to Aso Kumamoto Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Beppu to Higoozutrain
2. Fly from Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane KMJ - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
7h
¥16,471–37,241
Bus to Oita Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Beppu-Kitahama to Ōita Airportbus
2. Fly from Oita Airport (OIT) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane OIT - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain
5h 3m
¥29,000–53,250

Oita Airport (OIT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

49Weekly Planes

58 minAverage Duration

¥8,377Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 673.6 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Beppu to Kusatsu(Shiga) via Kokura and Kyōto in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, Kintetsu Bus operates a bus from Beppu Kitahama to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,500–14,000 and the journey takes 12h 3m.

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