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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kumamoto to Unzen

Composite routes from Kumamoto to Unzen

Cheapest
1 h 22 min
Car
63 km.
from $3
Other
3 h 38 min
45 km.
from $89.93

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 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 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 Shimabarako to Azuma
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Bus operators

Nagasaki Ken-ei Bus

Phone:
095-822-5141
Website:
keneibus.jp/
Bus from 熊本桜町バスターミナルターミナル to 諫早インター上り
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.41–$35.57

Kyushu Sanko Group

Phone:
0120-489-939
Website:
kyusanko.co.jp
Bus from Gofukumachi to Kumamoto
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$3.18–$4.57

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kumamoto to Unzen is to car ferry and drive which costs $10.87 - $14.13 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumamoto to Unzen is to car ferry and drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $10.87 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct train between Kumamoto and Unzen?

No, there is no direct train from Kumamoto to Unzen. However, there are services departing from Kumamoto and arriving at Azuma via Shin-Tosu, Takeo-Onsen and Isahaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Kumamoto to Unzen?

The distance between Kumamoto and Unzen is 62 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Unzen without a car is to bus and car ferry and train which takes 3h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Kumamoto to Unzen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumamoto to Unzen train from?

Kumamoto to Unzen train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kumamoto station.

Train, bus or fly from Kumamoto to Unzen?

The best way to get from Kumamoto to Unzen is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs $50 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $32.61 and takes 4h 54m. There are no good options to fly between Kumamoto to Unzen.

Where does the Kumamoto to Unzen train arrive?

Kumamoto to Unzen train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Tosu 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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