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

The cheapest way to get from Kirishima to Aso is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4500 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirishima to Aso is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct bus between Kirishima and Aso?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirishima station to Aso. However, there are services departing from Kokubu Station and arriving at Aso Sta. via Kagoshima Airport and Mashiki I.C.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kirishima and Aso?

No, there is no direct train from Kirishima to Aso. However, there are services departing from Kokubu(Kagoshima) and arriving at Aso(Kumamoto) via Kagoshima-Chuo, Kumamoto and Higoozu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Kirishima to Aso?

The distance between Kirishima and Aso is 240 km. The road distance is 182.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kirishima to Aso without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Kirishima to Aso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirishima to Aso bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kirishima to Aso train from?

Kirishima to Aso train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), depart from Kokubu(Kagoshima) station.

Train or bus from Kirishima to Aso?

The best way to get from Kirishima to Aso is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs ¥9000 - ¥15000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Kirishima to Aso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kirishima to Aso train arrive?

Kirishima to Aso train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Kagoshima-Chuo station.

Can I drive from Kirishima to Aso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirishima to Aso is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Kirishima to Aso.

Where can I stay near Aso?

There are 268+ hotels available in Aso.

Kirishima to Aso - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kirishima 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 Kokubu(Kagoshima) to Kagoshima-Chuo
2. Take the train from Kagoshima-Chuo to Kumamoto
3. Take the train from Kumamoto to Higoozu
4. Take the train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)
4h 9m
¥9,353–15,044
Drive 182.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirishima to Aso182.2 km
2h 35m
¥3,102–4,481
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kagoshima Airport to Mashiki-Inter-Guchi
2. Take the bus from Mashiki I.C. to Aso Sta.特急：熊本駅→九産→大分 / ...
6h 26m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kirishima to Aso.

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Distance: 240.4 km
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Kokubu(Kagoshima) to Aso(Kumamoto) via Kagoshima-Chuo, Kumamoto, and Higoozu in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kokubu Station to Aso Sta. via Kagoshima Airport, Kagoshima Airport, and Mashiki I.C. in around 6h 26m.

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