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

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Beppu is to drive which costs ¥2100 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Beppu is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct bus between Kumamoto and Beppu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Torichosuji and arriving at Beppu Station Honmachi station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Beppu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Beppu. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Beppu?

The distance between Kumamoto and Beppu is 274 km. The road distance is 124.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Beppu without a car is to train via Kitakyushu which takes 2h 21m and costs ¥8000 - ¥12000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Kumamoto to Beppu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Beppu bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Beppu train from?

Kumamoto to Beppu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kumamoto station.

Train or bus from Kumamoto to Beppu?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Beppu is to train via Kitakyushu which takes 2h 21m and costs ¥8000 - ¥12000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Kumamoto to Beppu bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kumamoto to Beppu train arrive?

Kumamoto to Beppu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kokura station.

Can I drive from Kumamoto to Beppu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumamoto to Beppu is 125 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Kumamoto to Beppu.

Where can I stay near Beppu?

There are 645+ hotels available in Beppu.

Kumamoto to Beppu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kumamoto to Beppu by train, bus, or car

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Train via Kitakyushu
best
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kokuratrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the train from Kokura to Bepputrain Sonic / ...
2h 21m
¥8,429–12,024
Drive 124.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumamoto to Beppucar 124.9 km
2h 1m
¥2,155–3,112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Torichosuji to Beppu Station Honmachibus Kyushu Odan Bus / ...
4h 56m
¥5,000
Train
1. Take the train from Kumamoto to Bepputrain [188397] Ltd. Exp. Kyushu Odan Tokkyu 3
3h 9m
¥4,400–6,500

Kumamoto to Beppu by bus

11Weekly Buses

4h 56mAverage Duration

¥5,000Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kumamoto to Beppu.

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Distance: 274.2 km
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Kumamoto to Beppu via Kokura in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, Sanko Bus operates a bus from Torichosuji to Beppu Station Honmachi twice daily. Tickets cost ¥5,000 and the journey takes 4h 56m.

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