Kyushu, Japan
Oita Airport (OIT): The closest option, about 40 kilometers (25 miles) from Beppu. Mainly handles domestic flights. Fukuoka Airport (FUK): The main international gateway for Kyushu, about 150 kilometers (93 miles) from Beppu. It holds many more international and domestic flight options, a common entry point for visitors to Kyushu.
Efficient transfer options connect both airports to Beppu.
Booking flights well in advance is advisable, especially during busy periods. Flexibility with travel dates often results in savings. Consider Dollar Flight Club for deals or Skyscanner for comparisons.
Explore car rental options at DiscoverCars.com. Airport facilities: Both Oita and Fukuoka airports offer car rental services, currency exchange, ATMs, duty-free shops, and dining.
Fukuoka Airport, being larger, offers a comprehensive range of services, including more extensive shopping and lounge facilities.
Foreign drivers need an International Driving Permit (IDP) issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention. Obtain this in your home country before travel. Carry your home country's driver's license along with your IDP.
Japan drives on the left side of the road. Roads are excellent and well-maintained. Toll roads (expressways) are common and expensive. Consider renting an ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) card.
Parking is available at attractions and hotels (may be limited or expensive). Major rental companies like Toyota Rent a Car, Nippon Rent-A-Car, Orix Rent a Car at airports and stations.
Beppu Port functions as a significant ferry terminal.
No significant river transportation options cater to tourists in Beppu. The city's geography focuses on its coastal position.
Roads in Japan are generally safe and well-signed.
International departure taxes are generally included in your airfare. You will not typically pay a separate cash amount at the airport.
Japan's efficient land transportation network makes reaching Beppu by train or bus a comfortable experience. Beppu Station serves as a major hub on the JR Nippo Main Line.
Express buses connect Beppu to various cities in Kyushu. Companies like Kamenoi Bus operate routes to Fukuoka.
Roads in Japan are generally safe and well-signed, with excellent maintenance. Traffic congestion occurs in urban areas during peak hours.
Mountainous areas around Beppu feature winding roads, offering scenic drives and views.
The train journeys offer panoramic views of Kyushu's varied landscapes.
Renting a car offers flexibility for exploring Beppu and the wider Oita Prefecture, specifically for reaching more remote onsen or scenic spots.
