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

The cheapest way to get from Aso to Kagoshima is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aso to Kagoshima is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Aso and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct bus from Aso to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Aso Sta. and arriving at Kagoshimachuo via Mashiki-Inter-Guchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Aso and Kagoshima?

No, there is no direct train from Aso to Kagoshima. However, there are services departing from Aso(Kumamoto) and arriving at Kagoshima-Chūō via Higoozu and Kumamoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Aso to Kagoshima?

The distance between Aso and Kagoshima is 207 km. The road distance is 211 km.

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

The best way to get from Aso to Kagoshima without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥7500 - ¥13000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Aso to Kagoshima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aso to Kagoshima bus from?

Aso to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, depart from Aso Sta. station.

Where do I catch the Aso to Kagoshima train from?

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

Train or bus from Aso to Kagoshima?

The best way to get from Aso to Kagoshima is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥7500 - ¥13000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Aso to Kagoshima bus arrive?

Aso to Kagoshima bus services, operated by Sanko Bus, arrive at Mashiki I.C. station.

Where does the Aso to Kagoshima train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aso to Kagoshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Aso to Kagoshima is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Aso to Kagoshima.

Where can I stay near Kagoshima?

There are 214+ hotels available in Kagoshima.

Aso to Kagoshima - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aso to Kagoshima by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Higoozu
2. Take the train from Higoozu to Kumamoto
3. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kagoshima-Chūō
3h 1m
¥7,755–12,337
Drive 211 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Aso to Kagoshima211 km
2h 57m
¥3,591–5,187
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aso Sta. to Mashiki I.C.特急：大分→九産→熊本駅 / ...
2. Take the bus from Mashiki-Inter-Guchi to Kagoshimachuo
5h 34m
Bus via Ebino
1. Take the bus from Aso Sta. to Mashiki I.C.
2. Take the bus from Mashiki to Ebino IC
3. Take the bus from Ebi no IC to Tenmonkan
5h 38m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Aso to Kagoshima.

Launch map view

Distance: 206.7 km
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Aso, Kumamoto, Japan and Kagoshima, Japan?

You can take a train from Aso(Kumamoto) to Kagoshima-Chūō via Higoozu and Kumamoto in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aso Sta. to Kagoshimachuo via Mashiki-Inter-Guchi in around 5h 34m.

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