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

The cheapest way to get from Kyushu to Beppu is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyushu to Beppu is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct bus between Kyushu and Beppu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyushu to Beppu. However, there are services departing from Asoshi Shokokai Mae and arriving at Sanfurawa Terminal Beppumae via Aso Sta.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Kyushu to Beppu?

The distance between Kyushu and Beppu is 117 km. The road distance is 80.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyushu to Beppu without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Kyushu to Beppu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyushu to Beppu bus from?

Kyushu to Beppu bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, depart from Aso Sta. station.

Train or bus from Kyushu to Beppu?

The best way to get from Kyushu to Beppu is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥400 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Kyushu to Beppu bus arrive?

Kyushu to Beppu bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, arrive at Sanfurawa Terminal Beppumae station.

Can I drive from Kyushu to Beppu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyushu to Beppu is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Kyushu to Beppu.

Where can I stay near Beppu?

There are 643+ hotels available in Beppu.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kyushu to Beppu 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 Aso(Kumamoto) to Bepputrain [188397] Ltd. Exp. Kyushu Odan Tokkyu 3
3h 18m
¥3,600–5,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aso Sta. to Sanfurawa Terminal Beppumaebus 熊本駅前→阿蘇～黒川→別府
4h 27m
¥400–6,300
Drive 80.5 km
1. Drive from Kyushu to Beppucar 80.5 km
1h 23m
¥1,366–1,973
Bus via Beppu Station Honmachi
1. Take the bus from Aso Station to Beppu Station Honmachibus Kyushu Odan Bus / ...
4h 33m
¥5,200–5,300

Kyushu to Beppu by bus

7Weekly Buses

4h 27mAverage Duration

¥400Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.8 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Beppu twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,400–4,700 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, Sanko Bus operates a bus from Aso Sta. to Sanfurawa Terminal Beppumae once daily. Tickets cost ¥200–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 11m.

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