What is the cheapest way to get from Kumamoto (State) to Aso?

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto (State) to Aso is to drive which costs ¥700 - ¥1100 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kumamoto (State) to Aso?

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto (State) to Aso is to drive which takes 43 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto (State) and Aso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal and arriving at Aso Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto (State) and Aso?

No, there is no direct train from Kumamoto (State) to Aso. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Aso(Kumamoto) via Higoozu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Kumamoto (State) to Aso?

The distance between Kumamoto (State) and Aso is 52 km. The road distance is 43.7 km.

How do I travel from Kumamoto (State) to Aso without a car?

The best way to get from Kumamoto (State) to Aso without a car is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kumamoto (State) to Aso?

The bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Aso Station takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto (State) to Aso bus from?

Kumamoto (State) to Aso bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, depart from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto (State) to Aso train from?

Kumamoto (State) to Aso train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), depart from Kumamoto station.

Train or bus from Kumamoto (State) to Aso?

The best way to get from Kumamoto (State) to Aso is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2800 - ¥4900 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Kumamoto (State) to Aso bus arrive?

Kumamoto (State) to Aso bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, arrive at Aso Station.

Where does the Kumamoto (State) to Aso train arrive?

Kumamoto (State) to Aso train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Higoozu station.

Can I drive from Kumamoto (State) to Aso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto (State) to Aso is 44 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Kumamoto (State) to Aso.

Where can I stay near Aso?

There are 280+ hotels available in Aso.

Kumamoto (State) to Aso - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Kumamoto (State) to Aso by bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Aso Stationbus Kyushu Odan Bus / ...
1h 35m
Drive 43.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Asocar 43.7 km
43 min
¥727–1,050
Train
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Higoozutrain [39772] Jr Hohi
2. Take the train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)train [39828] Jr Hohi
2h 11m
¥2,795–4,875
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kumamoto to Asotaxi 43.7 km
43 min
¥12,000–15,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kumamoto (State) to Aso.

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Distance: 51.9 km
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Kumamoto (State), Japan and Aso, Kumamoto, Japan?

Sanko Bus operates a bus from Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal to Aso Station every 4 hours, and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kumamoto to Aso(Kumamoto) via Higoozu in around 2h 11m.

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