Getting around on Kyushu (Fukuoka, Nagasaki and Beppu)
We are thinking about taking shinkansen to Fukuoka and then visit Nagasaki and Beppu (possibly some place in the mountains as well) and probably stay a night or two in both places. Then back to Fukuoka and the ferry to Korea.
We are 4 persons. Is it best to rent a car or use trains? It is probably cheaper to rent a car but is it more convenient? Will we lose or gain time? What are the traffic like?
Best Answer
I traveled to these three cities a few years ago and did all traveling by public transport. Public transport in Japan is excellent in general, and is also excellent between these cities, and in the cities themselves. Even the city buses in Bepu are very doable, if you don't understand something you can ask people and they will always try to help you, although language is a bit of a problem. Nagasaki has an excellent tram line system and Fukuoka an excellent subway system, so transport there is very easy.
I also went to Mount Aso by train and bus from Bepu, which you can easily do as a day trip.
So in short, I would recommend public transport!
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How do you get around in Beppu?
By far the fastest way to travel between Matsuyama and Beppu is by ferry. Uwajima Unyu operates multiple ferries per day in both directions between Beppu Sightseeing Port and Yawatahama Port on Shikoku (165 minutes, around 3500 yen one way). The cost for a regular sized car is around 12,000 yen one way.How do you get around Kyushu?
Kyushu is surrounded by sea and dotted with islands, ranging from charming fishing ports to World Heritage sites. Ferries offer a scenic way to get around, and can be more direct than the road routes. The SunQ Pass for buses also covers many ferry services, and there are discount passes in many cities.How many days do you need in Fukuoka?
How Many Days in Fukuoka Should You Spend? Assuming you follow my suggestions, more of less, for things to do in Fukuoka Japan, I'd recommend between 2-3 days in Fukuoka. This allows you to enjoy at least one full day in the city center, plus take 1-2 day trips.Is Fukuoka worth visiting?
Fukuoka has played an important role in Asian and international trade for centuries. It's worth visiting Fukuoka City just to stroll through the entertainment districts. You also shouldn't leave without trying one of the best bowls of noodles in Japan\u2014the famed Hakata ramen.What to do in Kyushu, Japan: Beppu, Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Arita, Nagasaki
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