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Aso to Unzen

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Aso, Japan → Unzen, Japan

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Composite routes from Aso to Unzen

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Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kumamoto to Shin-Tosu
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.14–$38.11
Train from Takeo-Onsen to Isahaya
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$31.76

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-04-1717
Website:
jrkyushu.co.jp/
Train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozu
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Train from Higoozu to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Train from Shin-Tosu to Takeo-Onsen
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozu
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.80–$19.06
Train from Higoozu to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.16–$19.06
Train from Shin-Tosu to Takeo-Onsen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$15.24–$24.14

Shimatetsu (Shimabara Railway)

Phone:
0957-62-2231
Website:
shimatetsu.co.jp/
Train from Isahaya to Azuma
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Train from Shimabarako to Azuma
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Bus operators

Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus

Phone:
095-822-5141
Website:
keneibus.jp/
Bus from 益城インター口上り to 諫早インター上り
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.14–$34.30

Kyushu Sanko Group

Phone:
0120-489-939
Website:
kyusanko.co.jp
Bus from Aso Station to Ana
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.43–$16.51
Bus from Aso Sta. to Mashiki
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.89–$12.70

Other operators

Kumamoto Ferry Co.

Website:
kumamotoferry.co.jp/lang/?lang=en
Other from Kumamoto Port to Shimabara
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.49

Ariake Ferry

Phone:
81957782105
Website:
ariake-ferry.com/foreign/en/
Other from Nagasu Port to Taira
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Aso to Unzen is to drive and car ferry which costs $11.96 - $17.39 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aso to Unzen is to drive and car ferry which takes 2h 9m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 .

Is there a direct train between Aso and Unzen?

No, there is no direct train from Aso to Unzen. However, there are services departing from Aso(Kumamoto) and arriving at Azuma via Higoozu, Kumamoto, Shin-Tosu, Takeo-Onsen and Isahaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Aso to Unzen?

The distance between Aso and Unzen is 232 km.

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

The best way to get from Aso to Unzen without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Aso to Unzen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aso to Unzen train from?

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

Train or bus from Aso to Unzen?

The best way to get from Aso to Unzen is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $45.65 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Aso to Unzen train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Unzen?

There are 52+ hotels available in Unzen. Prices start at $30.36 per night.
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