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

The cheapest way to get from Sasebo to Aso is to drive which costs ¥2700 - ¥4000 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sasebo to Aso is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Sasebo and Aso?

No, there is no direct bus from Sasebo to Aso. However, there are services departing from Sasebo and arriving at Aso Sta. via Kiyama AP and Kumamoto Prefectural Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Sasebo and Aso?

No, there is no direct train from Sasebo to Aso. However, there are services departing from Sasebo and arriving at Aso(Kumamoto) via Shin-Tosu, Kumamoto and Higoozu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Sasebo to Aso?

The distance between Sasebo and Aso is 205 km. The road distance is 162.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sasebo to Aso without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs ¥8500 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Sasebo to Aso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sasebo to Aso bus from?

Sasebo to Aso bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, depart from Sasebo station.

Where do I catch the Sasebo to Aso train from?

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

Train or bus from Sasebo to Aso?

The best way to get from Sasebo to Aso is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs ¥8500 - ¥14000. Alternatively, you can bus via Chikushino, which costs and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Sasebo to Aso bus arrive?

Sasebo to Aso bus services, operated by Nishitetsu Bus, arrive at Kosoku Kiyama station.

Where does the Sasebo to Aso train arrive?

Sasebo to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shin-Tosu station.

Can I drive from Sasebo to Aso?

Yes, the driving distance between Sasebo to Aso is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Sasebo to Aso.

Where can I stay near Aso?

There are 280+ hotels available in Aso.

Sasebo to Aso - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sasebo 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 Sasebo to Shin-Tosutrain
2. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Kumamototrain
3. Take the train from Kumamoto to Higoozutrain
4. Take the train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)train
4h 38m
¥8,736–13,686
Drive 162.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sasebo to Asocar 162.4 km
2h 30m
¥2,729–3,942
Bus via Chikushino
1. Take the bus from Sasebo to Kosoku Kiyamabus
2. Take the bus from Kiyama AP to Kumamoto Kencho-maebus
3. Take the bus from Kumamoto Prefectural Office to Aso Sta.bus
4h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from 佐世保バスセンターターミナル to 諫早インター上りbus
2. Take the bus from 諫早インター上り to 通町筋下りbus
3. Take the bus from Torichosuji to Aso Stationbus
7h 37m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 205.2 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Sasebo to Aso(Kumamoto) via Shin-Tosu, Kumamoto, and Higoozu in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sasebo to Aso Sta. via Kiyama AP and Kumamoto Prefectural Office in around 4h 59m.

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