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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto and Aso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Torichosuji and arriving at Aso Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Aso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Aso(Kumamoto). Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Aso?

The distance between Kumamoto and Aso is 48 km. The road distance is 43.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Aso without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥1900 - ¥3000.

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

The train from Kumamoto to Aso(Kumamoto) takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Aso bus from?

Kumamoto to Aso bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, depart from Torichosuji station.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Aso train from?

Kumamoto to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Kumamoto station.

Train or bus from Kumamoto to Aso?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Aso is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥1900 - ¥3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Kumamoto to Aso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kumamoto to Aso train arrive?

Kumamoto to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Aso(Kumamoto) station.

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Aso?

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

Where can I stay near Aso?

There are 280+ hotels available in Aso.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kumamoto to Aso by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Aso(Kumamoto)train [188076] Ltd. Exp Aso 3 / ...
1h 7m
¥1,900–3,000
Drive 43.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Asocar 43.7 km
43 min
¥738–1,066
Bus
1. Take the bus from Torichosuji to Aso Stationbus Kyushu Odan Bus / ...
1h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kumamoto to Asotaxi 43.7 km
43 min
¥12,000–15,000
Train via Higoozu
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

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 47.6 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Kumamoto to Aso(Kumamoto) 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,900–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, Sanko Bus operates a bus from Torichosuji to Aso Station every 4 hours, and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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