How to travel from Asago to Gotō Islands, Japan
The distance between Asago and Gotō Islands is around 743km (462 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 4h 25m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Asago to Gotō Islands by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Gotō Islands → Asago if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Plane
Take the bus to Osaka Airport then fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Fukue (FUJ).
- Duration4h 25m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost¥28,475($210)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Himeji then Shin-Tosu and then to Nagasaki(Nagasaki) then take a ferry to Fukue.
- Duration7hrs
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥26,560($195)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hankyu) and then to Nagasaki Shinchi then take a ferry to Fukue.
- Duration15hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥24,370($180)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Nagasaki then take a ferry to Fukue.
- Duration9h 50m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥18,345($135)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Asago and Gotō Islands
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Asago to Gotō Islands by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥18,345 ($135) and will take around 9h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥28,475 ($210).
The distance between Asago and Gotō Islands is around 743km (462 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 627km (390 miles)
It takes around 7hrs to get from Asago and Gotō Islands by train and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Asago to Gotō Islands is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx ¥28,475 ($210).
The cheapest way to travel between Asago and Gotō Islands is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥18,345 ($135) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Asago and Gotō Islands. We recommend that you take the bus to Osaka Airport then fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Fukue (FUJ). instead which will take 4h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Asago and Gotō Islands. We recommend that you take the bus to Osaka Airport then fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Fukue (FUJ). instead which will take 4h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Asago to Gotō Islands. We recommend that you take the train to Sannomiya(Jr) then fly from Kobe (UKB) to Nagasaki (NGS) then take a ferry to Fukue. instead which will take 5h 45m.
The closest major airport to Gotō Islands is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 104km (65 miles) from Gotō Islands. Amakusa Airport (AXJ) (AXJ) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Asago to Gotō Islands. We recommend that you take the train to Himeji then Shin-Tosu and then to Nagasaki(Nagasaki) then take a ferry to Fukue. instead which will take 7hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Asago to Gotō Islands is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 7hrs and will usually cost around ¥26,560 ($195).
Compare travel optionsbetween Asago and Gotō Islands
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Plane + 2 similar | 4h 25m | ¥28,475($210) | 5 times a day | 826km (513 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Ferry | 5h 45m | ¥27,515($200) | twice daily | 814km (506 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Ferry | 5h 50m | ¥30,120($220) | 4 times a day | 849km (528 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 7hrs | ¥26,560($195) | twice daily | 800km (497 miles) |
| Train to Hakata, ferry | 10h 35m | ¥21,905($160) | twice daily | 743km (462 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 17hrs | ¥20,260($150) | once daily | 922km (573 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 15hrs | ¥24,370($180) | once daily | 951km (591 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 9h 50m | ¥18,345($135) | 4 times a day | 840km (522 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Asago and Gotō Islands
Bus companies
Zentan Bus
Kintetsu Bus
Nishitetsu
Nihon Kotsu
Train operators
Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Oriental Air Bridge
Ferry operators
Kyuushuu Shosen
Airports near Gotō Islands
The following major airports near Gotō Islands offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
- Distance
- 104km (65 miles) from Gotō Islands
Amakusa Airport (AXJ)
- Distance
- 125km (78 miles) from Gotō Islands
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 179km (111 miles) from Gotō Islands