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

The cheapest way to get from Hikari to Beppu is to car ferry and drive which costs ¥4300 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hikari to Beppu is to train which takes 3h and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Hikari and Beppu?

No, there is no direct train from Hikari to Beppu. However, there are services departing from Hikari and arriving at Beppu via Tokuyama and Kokura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Hikari to Beppu?

The distance between Hikari and Beppu is 242 km.

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

The best way to get from Hikari to Beppu without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Hikari to Beppu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikari to Beppu train from?

Hikari to Beppu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tokuyama station.

Where does the Hikari to Beppu train arrive?

Hikari to Beppu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kokura station.

Where can I stay near Beppu?

There are 633+ hotels available in Beppu.

Hikari to Beppu - 3 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Hikari to Beppu by train, car ferry, car, or bus

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 Tokuyama to Kokuratrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the train from Kokura to Bepputrain Sonic / ...
3h
¥7,489–10,792
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Tokuyama Port to Takedazu Portcarferry
2. Drive from Takedazu Port to Beppucar
3h 22m
¥4,374–5,117
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tokuyama to Hakatatrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Beppu Kitahamabus Toyonokuni
5h 35m
¥7,630–10,888

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 242.3 km
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Hikari to Beppu via Tokuyama and Kokura in around 3h.

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