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

The cheapest way to get from Kyushu to Kumamoto is to drive which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyushu to Kumamoto is to drive which takes 48 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Kyushu and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyushu to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Asoshi Shokokai Mae and arriving at Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal via Aso Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Kyushu and Kumamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Kyushu to Kumamoto. However, there are services departing from Aso(Kumamoto) and arriving at Kumamoto via Higoozu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Kyushu to Kumamoto?

The distance between Kyushu and Kumamoto is 54 km. The road distance is 46.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyushu to Kumamoto without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Kyushu to Kumamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyushu to Kumamoto bus from?

Kyushu to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, depart from Aso Station.

Where do I catch the Kyushu to Kumamoto train from?

Kyushu to Kumamoto train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), depart from Aso(Kumamoto) station.

Train or bus from Kyushu to Kumamoto?

The best way to get from Kyushu to Kumamoto is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Kyushu to Kumamoto bus arrive?

Kyushu to Kumamoto bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, arrive at Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kyushu to Kumamoto train arrive?

Kyushu to Kumamoto train services, operated by JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company), arrive at Higoozu station.

Can I drive from Kyushu to Kumamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyushu to Kumamoto is 47 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Kyushu to Kumamoto.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto?

There are 494+ hotels available in Kumamoto.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyushu to Kumamoto by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozutrain [39843] Jr Hohi / ...
2. Take the train from Higoozu to Kumamototrain [39719] Jr Hohi / ...
2h 23m
Drive 46.7 km
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1. Drive from Kyushu to Kumamotocar 46.7 km
48 min
¥811–1,171
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aso Station to Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminalbus Kyushu Odan Bus
2h 44m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyushu to Kumamototaxi 46.7 km
48 min
¥13,000–16,000

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Distance: 54.3 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Asoshi Shokokai Mae to Kumamoto via Aso Sta., Aso(Kumamoto), and Higoozu in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, Sanko Bus operates a bus from Aso Station to Kumamoto Sakuramachi Bus Terminal 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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