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

The cheapest way to get from Kitakyushu to Aso is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitakyushu to Aso is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct train between Kitakyushu and Aso?

No, there is no direct train from Kitakyushu to Aso. However, there are services departing from Kokura and arriving at Aso(Kumamoto) via Kumamoto and Higoozu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Kitakyushu to Aso?

The distance between Kitakyushu and Aso is 202 km. The road distance is 134.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitakyushu to Aso without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Kitakyushu to Aso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitakyushu to Aso train from?

Kitakyushu to Aso train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kokura station.

Train or bus from Kitakyushu to Aso?

The best way to get from Kitakyushu to Aso is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Kitakyushu to Aso train arrive?

Kitakyushu to Aso train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kumamoto station.

Can I drive from Kitakyushu to Aso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitakyushu to Aso is 134 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Kitakyushu to Aso.

Where can I stay near Aso?

There are 319+ hotels available in Aso.

Kitakyushu to Aso - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kitakyushu 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 Kokura to Kumamototrain
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Higoozutrain
3. Take the train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)train
3h 21m
Drive 134.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kitakyushu to Asocar 134.1 km
2h 11m
¥2,337–3,375
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kokura to Bepputrain Sonic / ...
2. Take the bus from Beppu Station Honmachi to Aso Stationbus Kyushu Odan Bus
5h 31m
Train via Beppu
1. Take the train from Kokura to Bepputrain Sonic / ...
2. Take the train from Beppu to Aso(Kumamoto)train [188399] Ltd. Exp. Kyushu Odan Tokkyu 2
4h 15m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bypass Tsuda to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal to Mashiki ICbus
3. Take the bus from Mashiki IC to Aso Stationbus
6h 2m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kitakyushu to Aso.

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Distance: 202 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Kokura to Aso(Kumamoto) via Kumamoto and Higoozu in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Jono(Jr) to Aso Station via Shimosone, Bypass Tsuda, Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal, and Mashiki IC in around 6h 2m.

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