Beppu: Getting there and around

From/To:

JAL, ANA, Solaseed and Jetstar Japan operate frequent flights between Tokyo (mostly Haneda Airport, except Peach and Jetstar which use Narita Airport) and Oita Airport near Beppu. Flight duration is 90 minutes. The regular one way fare by JAL and ANA is about 48,000 yen, but discount tickets are usually available for around 17,000 to 25,000 yen. Fares by Solaseed Air are typically 20 percent lower than those by JAL and ANA, while the fares by Jetstar start from around 7,000 yen.

The one way bus journey between Oita Airport and Beppu takes 50 minutes and costs 1600 yen. All buses stop at Beppu Kitahama, and a few buses also serve JR Beppu Station. Several rental car companies have an outlet at Oita Airport.

Airfares from Tokyo to Oita over the next 30 days July 5, 2025 - August 3, 2025

Airline	Lowest fare	Average lowest fare
Solaseed	14,150 yen	19,938 yen
ANA Wings	16,950 yen	23,839 yen
JAL	16,290 yen	23,476 yen
Jetstar Japan	5,980 yen	8,631 yen
ANA	26,720 yen	26,720 yen

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Covered by: Japan Rail Pass

Take the Tokaido/Sanyo Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kokura Station and transfer to the Sonic limited express train for Beppu. The entire one way trip takes about 6 hours and costs around 26,000 yen. The Japan Rail Pass fully covers the trip if done by the slower Hikari and Sakura trains, but a supplement fee is required on the Nozomi and Mizuho trains.

Above fees and schedules are subject to change. Be sure to check current yen exchange rates.

Beppu's attractions are spread all across the city and are best explored by rental car or bus. The city's bus network is operated by two companies: Kamenoi Bus and Oita Kotsu.

Kamenoi Bus provides access to most places in Beppu except the Takasakiyama Monkey Park and the Umitamago Aquarium. Kamenoi also offers practical 1-day and 2-day unlimited bus passes (1100 and 1700 yen respectively) that cover all of the sites within central Beppu. Special wide versions of the passes (1800 and 2800 yen) include the buses to Yufuin. Oita Kotsu operates buses to the monkey park, the aquarium and to Oita Airport.

Highway buses and most airport buses stop at the Kitahama bus terminal, which can be reached from Beppu Station in about a 5-10 minute walk. Beppu Port, with ferry connections to Shikoku and Osaka, can be reached in a ten minute bus ride from Beppu Station or the Kitahama bus terminal.

The closest airport to Beppu is Oita Airport. Buses connect the airport with Beppu's Kitahama bus terminal in 50 minutes and for 1600 yen one way.

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- AMANE resort GAHAMA
  Luxury
  
  AMANE resort GAHAMA features a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 24 km of Crasus Dome Oita and 4.4 km of Beppu Station. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The ryokan has family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. The ryokan offers some units with sea views, and units are fitted with a balcony. The units are equipped with heating facilities. A bar can be found on-site. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can also relax in the garden. Oita Station is 16 km from the ryokan, while Kinrinko Lake is 24 km from the property. Oita Airport is 33 km away.
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- Kannawaen
  Luxury
  
  Kannawaen is an entirely non-smoking accommodation that features a garden, terrace and bar in Beppu. 100 metres from Hells of Beppu, the property is also 500 metres away from Jigokumushikobo Kannawa. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service for guests. There is an designated smoking area on site. All guest rooms in the ryokan are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries, while certain rooms will provide you with mountain views. All units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. There is an on-site restaurant, which serves a variety of Asian dishes. The property has a hot spring bath. Popular points of interest near Kannawaen include Hyotan Onsen, Yukemori Observatory and Oita Fragrance Museum. Oita Airport is 31 km away.
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- Beppu Kannawa Onsen HIROMIYA
  Budget-friendly
  
  Providing city views, Beppu Kannawa Onsen HIROMIYA is located in the Kannawa Onsen district of Beppu, 26 km from Crasus Dome Oita and 5.5 km from Beppu Station. Featuring a shared lounge, the 2-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the ryokan, every unit is equipped with a tatami. At the ryokan, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Yama Jigoku, Hells of Beppu and Oita Fragrance Museum. Oita Airport is 35 km away.
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- Hana Beppu
  Luxury
  
  Situated in Beppu in the Oita region, with Beppu Station and Beppu Park nearby, Hana Beppu features accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. Featuring an open-air bath, the 4-star ryokan has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a lift and luggage storage for guests. At the ryokan, the units are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV. A fridge is also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the ryokan, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. An Asian breakfast is available at the ryokan. Guests can also relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Popular points of interest near Hana Beppu include Statue of Kumahachi Aburaya, Yayoi Tengu and Beppu Art Museum. Oita Airport is 38 km from the property.
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- Ryotei Matsubaya
  Luxury
  
  Boasting various natural hot spring baths and delicately prepared lavish Japanese meals, Ryotei Matsubaya offers chic guestrooms with Japanese aesthetic and a relaxing ambience. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. The ryokan offers both Western-style rooms with wood-flooring and Japanese-style rooms fitted with traditional futon bedding. Each air-conditioned room comes with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Some rooms feature an en suite bathroom. Matsubaya Ryotei offers free luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Some hot spring baths are available for private use. Massages can be arranged at an additional charge, and guests can request a car rental to explore the local area. A gift shop and drinks vending machines are available on site. JR Beppu Station is a 7-minute drive or taxi ride away, and Beppu Ropeway Station is a 15-minute drive from the property. Jigoku-meguri Hot Springs can be reached within a 15-minute drive, while Umitamago Aquarium is a 20-minute drive away. Featuring seasonal ingredients, Japanese multi-course meals are served at the spacious dining room.
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- Beppu Hatto Onyado Nono Beppu
  Mid-range
  
  Beppu Hatto Onyado Nono Beppu is set in Beppu, 20 km from Crasus Dome Oita and 12 km from Oita Station. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, every room includes a desk. The units in Beppu Hatto Onyado Nono Beppu are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. A buffet breakfast is available at the accommodation. Beppu Hatto Onyado Nono Beppu offers a sauna. Speaking English, Japanese, Korean and Chinese, staff are willing to help at any time of the day at the reception. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Beppu Station, Statue of Kumahachi Aburaya and Select Beppu. Oita Airport is 38 km away.
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- AMANE resort SEIKAI
  Luxury
  
  Boasting luxurious guest rooms with open-air hot spring bath overlooking the ocean, AMANE resort SEIKAI is a 7-minute walk from JR Beppu Daigaku Station. It features spacious public hot spring baths and a spa salon. Free Wi-Fi is provided in the public area, and parking is available at no charge. Fitted with dark wooden flooring and chic furnishings, each spacious room offers great ocean views. Guests can unwind on comfortable sofas or tatami (woven-straw) mats, and watch Blu-ray movies on a flat-screen TV. The Seikai provides large public baths and hot tubs on the ground floor and top floor. Spa Sheer Pearl offers ultimate relaxation with delicate massages and treatments. A gift shop and drink vending machines are available on site, and luggage can be stored at the 24-hour front desk for free. JR Beppu Station is a 15-minute drive and Oita Airport is a 40-minute drive from the property. Beppu Jigoku-meguri hot springs are within a 15-minute drive. Umitamago Aquarium is a 30-minute drive away. Gen serves traditional Japanese cuisine using seasonal and local ingredients. Eitaro restaurant offers various fresh seafood meals, while Japanese-Western fusion dishes can be enjoyed at Ban-ya.
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- SEKIYA RESORT Galleria Midobaru
  Luxury
  
  Set in Beppu, 25 km from Crasus Dome Oita, SEKIYA RESORT Galleria Midobaru offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and free shuttle service. All rooms are equipped with a balcony with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. SEKIYA RESORT Galleria Midobaru offers a buffet or Italian breakfast. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot spring bath. Guests at SEKIYA RESORT Galleria Midobaru will be able to enjoy activities in and around Beppu, like cycling. Beppu Station is 5 km from the hotel, while Oita Station is 17 km away. Oita Airport is 40 km from the property.
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- SEKIYA RESORT Bettei Haruki
  Luxury
  
  Set in Beppu in the Oita region, with Oita Fragrance Museum and Yama Jigoku nearby, SEKIYA RESORT Bettei Haruki offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. The property features garden views and is 26 km from Crasus Dome Oita and 5.4 km from Beppu Station. Oita Station is 18 km away and Kinrinko Lake is 22 km from the ryokan. Some accommodation includes a patio and a satellite flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. At the ryokan, some units are allergy-free and soundproof. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Hells of Beppu, Beppu City Traditional Bamboo Crafts Center and Yukemori Observatory. Oita Airport is 35 km away.
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- Beppu Nagomitsuki
  Mid-range
  
  Beppu Nagomitsuki in Beppu provides adults-only accommodation with an open-air bath and a garden. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Guests can use the hot spring bath and the public bath, or enjoy garden views. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hot tub. At the ryokan, all units are allergy-free. An Asian breakfast is available at the ryokan. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Crasus Dome Oita is 24 km from Beppu Nagomitsuki, while Beppu Station is 4.8 km away. Oita Airport is 33 km from the property.
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