What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Aso to Kikuchi?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Aso to Kikuchi is to drive which costs ¥750 - ¥1100 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Aso to Kikuchi?

The fastest way to get from Mount Aso to Kikuchi is to drive which takes 46 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Aso and Kikuchi?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Aso to Kikuchi. However, there are services departing from Aso Sanjo Terminal and arriving at Tatemachi via Torichosuji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Mount Aso to Kikuchi?

The distance between Mount Aso and Kikuchi is 80 km. The road distance is 44.9 km.

How do I travel from Mount Aso to Kikuchi without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Aso to Kikuchi without a car is to bus which takes 3h 28m and costs ¥2400 - ¥2700.

How long does it take to get from Mount Aso to Kikuchi?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Mount Aso to Kikuchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Aso to Kikuchi bus from?

Mount Aso to Kikuchi bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, depart from Aso Sanjo Terminal station.

Where does the Mount Aso to Kikuchi bus arrive?

Mount Aso to Kikuchi bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, arrive at Torichouji station.

Can I drive from Mount Aso to Kikuchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Aso to Kikuchi is 45 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Mount Aso to Kikuchi.

Where can I stay near Kikuchi?

There are 467+ hotels available in Kikuchi.

Mount Aso to Kikuchi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Mount Aso to Kikuchi by bus, car, taxi, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aso Sanjo Terminal to Torichoujibus
2. Take the bus from Torichosuji to Tatemachibus C3-3：蓮台寺入口→熊本駅前→桜町バスターミナル→水道町→坪井→山室→御代志→菊池温泉 / ...
3h 28m
¥2,450–2,650
Drive 44.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Aso to Kikuchicar 44.9 km
46 min
¥764–1,103
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mount Aso to Kikuchitaxi 44.9 km
46 min
¥20,000–25,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Asosanjo Terminal to Aso Sta.bus
2. Take the train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozutrain
3. Take the bus from Higoozu Sta. to Onsen Maebus
3h 33m

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Distance: 80.2 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Mount Aso, Japan and Kikuchi, Japan?

You can take a bus from Aso Sanjo Terminal to Tatemachi via Torichosuji in around 3h 28m.

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