How to Travel from

Kobe to Aso

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

Japan Kobe Aso

How to Get from Kobe to Aso

Plane

1 h 18 min

Select a Ticket

Car

7 h 42 min

from $35

Rideshare

7 h 42 min

from $8.41

Cheapest

By car (645 km)

7 h 42 min

645 km.

from $35

Fastest

Other

Rideshare

7 h 42 min

645 km.

from $8.41

Bus

12 h 51 min

426 km.

from $114.87

Bus, Plane (Fly to Oita Airport)

6 h 51 min

425 km.

from $173.82

Bus, Plane (Fly to Fukuoka Airport)

6 h 35 min

425 km.

from $178.15

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:

jal.com/

Plane from Osaka International Airport to Kumamoto

Ave. Duration:

1h 19m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$29.22–$431.92

Plane from Osaka International Airport to Oita

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$114.33–$228.67

Plane from Osaka International Airport to Fukuoka

Ave. Duration:

1h 20m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$88.93–$419.22

All Nippon Airways

Website:

ana.co.jp/

Plane from Osaka International Airport to Kumamoto

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$152.44–$292.18

Plane from Osaka International Airport to Oita

Ave. Duration:

1h 3m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$95.28–$241.37

Plane from Osaka International Airport to Fukuoka

Ave. Duration:

1h 18m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$88.93–$482.74

Ibex Airlines

Website:

ibexair.co.jp/

Plane from Osaka International Airport to Oita

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$95.28–$241.37

Plane from Osaka International Airport to Fukuoka

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$88.93–$482.74

Amakusa Airlines

Website:

amx.co.jp/

Plane from Osaka International Airport to Kumamoto

Ave. Duration:

1h 40m

Frequency:

Monday and Sunday

Estimated price:

$29.22–$317.59

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:

050-2016-1603

Website:

jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/

Train from Shin-Kobe Station to Kumamoto

Ave. Duration:

3h 6m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$107.98–$152.44

Train from Hakata to Kumamoto

Ave. Duration:

49 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$27.95–$43.19

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company)

Phone:

0570-04-1717

Website:

jrkyushu.co.jp/

Train from Kumamoto to Higoozu

Ave. Duration:

40 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)

Ave. Duration:

51 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:

(050) 2016-1603

Website:

jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/

Train from Oita to Aso(Kumamoto)

Ave. Duration:

1h 54m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$24.14–$33.03

Train from Kumamoto to Higoozu

Ave. Duration:

29 min

Frequency:

3 times a day

Estimated price:

$10.16–$19.06

Train from Higoozu to Aso(Kumamoto)

Ave. Duration:

38 min

Frequency:

3 times a day

Estimated price:

$10.80–$19.06

Bus operators

Kintetsu Bus

Phone:

0570-001631

Website:

kintetsu-bus.co.jp/

Bus from Sannomiya Bus Terminal to Chuo-Dori

Ave. Duration:

9h 28m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$52.09–$107.98

Ferry Sunflower

Website:

ferry-sunflower.co.jp

Other from Osaka Nanko Cosmo to Beppu

Ave. Duration:

11h 50m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$82.57–$107.98

Kyushu Sanko Group

Phone:

0120-489-939

Website:

kyusanko.co.jp

Bus from Chuodori(Oita) to Aso

Ave. Duration:

2h 23m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$16.51–$24.14

Bus from Beppu Kotsu Center to Aso

Ave. Duration:

3h 15m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$21.60–$39.38

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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Aso is to drive which costs $65.22 - $103.26 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Aso is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $108.70 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Aso?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe to Aso. However, there are services departing from Sannomiya Bus Terminal and arriving at Aso Sta. via Chuodori(Oita). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Aso?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Aso. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kobe Station and arriving at Aso(Kumamoto) via Kumamoto and Higoozu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Kobe to Aso?

The distance between Kobe and Aso is 665 km. The road distance is 647.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Aso without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $108.70 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Kobe to Aso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Aso bus from?

Kobe to Aso bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Sannomiya Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Aso train from?

Kobe to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Kobe Station.

Train, bus or fly from Kobe to Aso?

The best way to get from Kobe to Aso is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $108.70 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $119.57 and takes 12h 51m, you could also fly, which costs $108.70 - $217.39 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Kobe to Aso bus arrive?

Kobe to Aso bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at Chuo-Dori station.

Where does the Kobe to Aso train arrive?

Kobe to Aso train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kumamoto station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Aso?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Aso is 648 km. It takes approximately 7h 42m to drive from Kobe to Aso.

Where can I stay near Aso?

There are 219+ hotels available in Aso. Prices start at $70.42 per night.

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Aso Shrine

Aso Shrine (阿蘇神社, Aso-jinja) is a Shinto Shrine in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. Aso is one of the oldest shrines in Japan. This shrine holds several Important Cultural Properties, including Ichi-no-shinden (一の神殿), Ni-no-shinden (二の神殿), and Rōmon (楼門). The Aso family in charge of the shrine is said to have the second oldest recorded lineage in Japan after the Imperial family. The Aso Shrine was heavily damaged in the 2016 Kumamoto earthquakes. The shrine's rōmon (tower gate) completely collapsed. The haiden (worshiping hall) also collapsed.

Aso Kujū National Park

Aso-Kujū National Park (阿蘇くじゅう国立公園, Aso-Kujū Kokuritsu Kōen) is a national park in Kumamoto and Ōita Prefectures, Japan. The park derives its name from Mount Aso, the largest active volcano in Japan, and the Kujū mountains. Mount Aso is also one of the largest caldera volcanos in the world.

Aso Volcano Museum

The Aso Volcano Museum (阿蘇火山博物館, Aso-kazan Hakubutsukan) is a geology museum located Kusasenri, of the city of Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture. It is near Mount Aso, the largest active volcano in Japan.

Aso

Aso is a city located in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.

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Six ways to Travel from Kobe to Aso

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

All Nippon Airways

Ibex Airlines

Amakusa Airlines

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

JR KYUSHU (Kyushu Railway Company)

Japan Railways Limited Express

Bus operators

Kintetsu Bus

Ferry Sunflower

Kyushu Sanko Group

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Aso?

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Aso?

How far is it from Kobe to Aso?

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

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

Where do I catch the Kobe to Aso bus from?

Where do I catch the Kobe to Aso train from?

Train, bus or fly from Kobe to Aso?

Where does the Kobe to Aso bus arrive?

Where does the Kobe to Aso train arrive?

Can I drive from Kobe to Aso?

Where can I stay near Aso?