What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle is to drive which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle?

The fastest way to get from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle is to drive which takes 51 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Aso and Kumamoto Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aso Sanjo Terminal and arriving at Torichouji. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle?

The distance between Mount Aso and Kumamoto Castle is 57 km. The road distance is 47.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs ¥1750.

How long does it take to get from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle?

The bus from Aso Sanjo Terminal to Torichouji takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle bus from?

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

Where does the Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle is 47 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castle.

Where can I stay near Kumamoto Castle?

There are 493+ hotels available in Kumamoto Castle.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aso Sanjo Terminal to Torichoujibus
2h
¥1,750
Drive 47.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castlecar 47.3 km
51 min
¥822–1,188
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Mount Aso to Aso(Kumamoto)taxi
2. Take the train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozutrain [39843] Jr Hohi / ...
2h 9m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mount Aso to Kumamoto Castletaxi 47.3 km
51 min
¥13,000–17,000

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Distance: 56.7 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Mount Aso, Japan and Kumamoto Castle, Japan?

Sanko Bus operates a bus from Aso Sanjo Terminal to Torichouji once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,750 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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