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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Aso is to drive which costs ¥19000 - ¥28000 and takes 14h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Aso is to fly and train which takes 5h 25m and costs ¥15000 - ¥46000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Aso?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Aso station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Aso Station Mae via Ōsaka Station and Oita Chuo-Dori. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Aso?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Aso. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Aso(Kumamoto) via Hakata, Kumamoto and Higoozu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Aso?

The distance between Tokyo and Aso is 1209 km. The road distance is 1139.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Aso without a car is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs ¥29000 - ¥43000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Tokyo to Aso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Aso bus from?

Tokyo to Aso bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Aso train from?

Tokyo to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Aso?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Aso is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs ¥29000 - ¥43000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥11000 - ¥34000 and takes 23h 29m.

Where does the Tokyo to Aso bus arrive?

Tokyo to Aso bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Osaka WBT Umeda station.

Where does the Tokyo to Aso train arrive?

Tokyo to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Hakata station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Aso?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Aso is 1140 km. It takes approximately 14h 2m to drive from Tokyo to Aso.

Where can I stay near Aso?

There are 269+ hotels available in Aso.

Tokyo to Aso - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Tokyo to Aso by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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 Tōkyō Station to HakataNozomi
2. Take the train from Hakata to KumamotoSakura
8h 27m
¥29,747–42,209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Osaka WBT Umeda
2. Take the bus from Ōsaka Station to Chuo-Dori
3. Take the bus from Oita Chuo-Dori to Aso Station Mae
23h 29m
¥11,650–33,300
Night bus, bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakata Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Hakata Bus Terminal to Mashiki IC
3. Take the bus from Mashiki I.C. to Aso Sta.
17h 55m
Drive 1,139.9 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Aso1,139.9 km
14h 2m
¥19,350–27,950
Fly to Aso Kumamoto Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)HND - KMJ
2. Take the train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)
5h 25m
¥14,990–45,314
Fly to Oita Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Oita Airport (OIT)HND - OIT
2. Take the bus from Ōita Airport to Ōita Station
3. Take the train from Oita to Aso(Kumamoto)
7h 26m
¥18,240–45,664
Fly to Fukuoka Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)HND - FUK
2. Take the train from Hakata to Kumamoto
3. Take the train from Kumamoto to Higoozu
4. Take the train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)
7h 12m
¥20,210–44,964

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) flights

168Weekly Planes

2h 5mAverage Duration

¥13,195Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,209 km
Duration: 8h 27m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Aso(Kumamoto) via Hakata, Kumamoto, and Higoozu in around 8h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Aso Station Mae via Osaka WBT Umeda, Ōsaka Station, Chuo-Dori, and Oita Chuo-Dori in around 23h 29m.

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