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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kyushu is to drive which costs ¥19000 - ¥28000 and takes 13h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kyushu is to fly and train which takes 6h 30m and costs ¥15000 - ¥45000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kyushu?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Kyushu. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Uchinomaki via Kintetsu Namba West Gate, Oita Chuo-Dori and Aso Sta.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 27m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kyushu?

The distance between Tokyo and Kyushu is 1252 km. The road distance is 1129.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kyushu without a car is to train which takes 10h 20m and costs ¥29000 - ¥40000.

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

It takes approximately 10h 20m to get from Tokyo to Kyushu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kyushu bus from?

Tokyo to Kyushu bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Kyushu?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kyushu is to train which takes 10h 20m and costs ¥29000 - ¥40000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥14000 - ¥28000 and takes 25h 27m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kyushu bus arrive?

Tokyo to Kyushu bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at JR Namba Station OCAT.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kyushu?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kyushu is 1129 km. It takes approximately 13h 54m to drive from Tokyo to Kyushu.

Where can I stay near Kyushu?

There are 395+ hotels available in Kyushu.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Tokyo to Kyushu 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 Kokura
2. Take the train from Kokura to Beppu
3. Take the train from Beppu to Aso(Kumamoto)
10h 20m
¥29,406–39,812
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to JR Namba Station OCAT
2. Take the bus from Kintetsu Namba West Gate to Chuo-Dori
3. Take the bus from Oita Chuo-Dori to Aso Station Mae
25h 27m
¥14,250–27,400
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.
19h
Drive 1,129.4 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kyushu1,129.4 km
13h 54m
¥19,224–27,768
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)
6h 30m
¥15,190–44,614
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)
8h 31m
¥17,440–45,964
Fly to Fukuoka Airport, train, bus
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)
5. Take the bus from Aso Sta. to Uchinomaki
8h 18m
¥20,410–45,264

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

168Weekly Planes

2h 5mAverage Duration

¥13,054Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,252 km
Duration: 10h 20m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Uchinomaki via Kokura, Beppu, Aso(Kumamoto), and Aso Sta. in around 10h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Uchinomaki via Kintetsu Namba West Gate, Chuo-Dori, Oita Chuo-Dori, and Aso Sta. in around 25h 27m.

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