What is the cheapest way to get from Kagoshima to Aso?

The cheapest way to get from Kagoshima to Aso is to drive which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kagoshima to Aso?

The fastest way to get from Kagoshima to Aso is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Kagoshima and Aso?

No, there is no direct bus from Kagoshima to Aso. However, there are services departing from Kagoshimachuo and arriving at Aso Sta. via Mashiki I.C.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Kagoshima and Aso?

No, there is no direct train from Kagoshima to Aso. However, there are services departing from Kagoshima-Chuo and arriving at Aso(Kumamoto) via Kumamoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Kagoshima to Aso?

The distance between Kagoshima and Aso is 207 km. The road distance is 211 km.

How do I travel from Kagoshima to Aso without a car?

The best way to get from Kagoshima to Aso without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Kagoshima to Aso?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Kagoshima to Aso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kagoshima to Aso bus from?

Kagoshima to Aso bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, depart from Kagoshimachuo station.

Where do I catch the Kagoshima to Aso train from?

Kagoshima to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kagoshima-Chuo station.

Train or bus from Kagoshima to Aso?

The best way to get from Kagoshima to Aso is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Kagoshima to Aso bus arrive?

Kagoshima to Aso bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, arrive at Mashiki-Inter-Guchi station.

Where does the Kagoshima to Aso train arrive?

Kagoshima to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kumamoto station.

Can I drive from Kagoshima to Aso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kagoshima to Aso is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Kagoshima to Aso.

Where can I stay near Aso?

There are 266+ hotels available in Aso.

Kagoshima to Aso - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kagoshima to Aso 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 Kagoshima-Chuo to Kumamototrain Tsubame / ...
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Aso(Kumamoto)train [188397] Ltd. Exp. Kyushu Odan Tokkyu 3 / ...
3h 10m
¥6,822–10,146
Drive 211 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kagoshima to Asocar 211 km
2h 58m
¥3,626–5,238
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kagoshimachuo to Mashiki-Inter-Guchibus
2. Take the bus from Mashiki I.C. to Aso Sta.bus 特急：熊本駅→九産→大分 / ...
5h 36m
Train via Higoozu
1. Take the train from Kagoshima-Chuo to Kumamototrain
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Higoozutrain
3. Take the train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)train
3h 27m
¥7,722–12,046

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kagoshima to Aso.

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Distance: 206.6 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Kagoshima, Japan and Aso, Kumamoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Kagoshima-Chuo to Aso(Kumamoto) via Kumamoto in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kagoshimachuo to Aso Sta. via Mashiki I.C. in around 5h 36m.

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