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

The cheapest way to get from Beppu to Unzen is to drive which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beppu to Unzen is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Beppu and Unzen?

No, there is no direct train from Beppu to Unzen. However, there are services departing from Beppu and arriving at Azuma via Kokura, Shin-Tosu, Takeo-Onsen and Isahaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Beppu to Unzen?

The distance between Beppu and Unzen is 252 km. The road distance is 215.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Beppu to Unzen without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Beppu to Unzen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beppu to Unzen train from?

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

Train or bus from Beppu to Unzen?

The best way to get from Beppu to Unzen is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can train via Kitakyushu, which costs ¥10000 - ¥18000 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Beppu to Unzen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Beppu to Unzen?

Yes, the driving distance between Beppu to Unzen is 216 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Beppu to Unzen.

Where can I stay near Unzen?

There are 70+ hotels available in Unzen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Beppu to Unzen by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 別府北浜上り to 諫早インター上りbus 長崎駅前【高速】
5h 16m
¥4,330–5,886
Drive 215.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Beppu to Unzencar 215.6 km
3h 17m
¥3,713–5,362
Train via Kitakyushu
1. Take the train from Beppu to Kokuratrain
2. Take the train from Kokura to Shin-Tosutrain
3. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Takeo-Onsentrain
4. Take the train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahayatrain
5h 26m
¥10,920–17,660
Train
1. Take the train from Beppu to Hakatatrain
2. Take the train from Hakata to Takeo-Onsentrain
3. Take the train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahayatrain
5h 40m
¥10,440–32,400
Bus via Chikushino
1. Take the bus from Beppu Kitahama to Kousoku Kiyamabus Toyonokuni
2. Take the bus from Kosoku Kiyama to Taira Stationbus Shimabara
6h 47m
¥4,368–6,650

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 252.2 km
Duration: 5h 16m

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

Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus operates a bus from 別府北浜上り to 諫早インター上り twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,100–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Beppu to Azuma via Kokura, Shin-Tosu, Takeo-Onsen, and Isahaya in around 5h 26m.

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