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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Unzen is to night bus and bus which costs ¥11000 - ¥29000 and takes 18h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Unzen is to fly and train which takes 7h 21m and costs ¥19000 - ¥42000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Unzen?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Unzen. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Azuma via Hakata, Takeo-Onsen and Isahaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Unzen?

The distance between Tokyo and Unzen is 1206 km. The road distance is 1181.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Unzen without a car is to train which takes 8h 35m and costs ¥28000 - ¥40000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Tokyo to Unzen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Unzen train from?

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

Where does the Tokyo to Unzen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Unzen?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Unzen is 1182 km. It takes approximately 14h 38m to drive from Tokyo to Unzen.

Where can I stay near Unzen?

There are 69+ hotels available in Unzen.

Tokyo to Unzen - 8 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Tokyo to Unzen by train, night bus, car, plane, or bus

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 Hakata
2. Take the train from Hakata to Takeo-Onsen
3. Take the train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahaya
8h 35m
¥28,647–39,209
Night bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal to KawabataShimabara
18h 59m
¥11,300–28,400
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Tokuyama-eki
2. Take the train from Tokuyama to Shin-Tosu
3. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Isahaya
18h 48m
Drive 1,181.7 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Unzen1,181.7 km
14h 38m
¥20,085–29,011
Fly to Nagasaki Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Nagasaki Airport (NGS)HND - NGS
2. Take the train from Omura(Nagasaki) to Isahaya
3. Take the train from Isahaya to Azuma
5h 45m
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 Takeo-Onsen
3. Take the train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahaya
7h 21m
¥19,110–41,964
Fly to Saga Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Saga Airport (HSG)HND - HSG
2. Take the train from Saga to Takeo-Onsen
3. Take the train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahaya
4. Take the train from Isahaya to Azuma
7h 57m
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 Kumamoto to Shin-Tosu
3. Take the train from Shin-Tosu to Takeo-Onsen
4. Take the train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahaya
8h 32m
¥21,490–56,314

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Nagasaki Airport (NGS) flights

168Weekly Planes

2h 27mAverage Duration

¥13,296Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,206.5 km
Duration: 8h 35m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Azuma via Hakata, Takeo-Onsen, and Isahaya in around 8h 35m.

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