Cities Near Beppu
Cities near Beppu, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Ōita, Nakatsu, Hita. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Beppu, Japan is Ōita, about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ōita | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nakatsu | 28 mi / 46 km | 55 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hita | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yukuhashi | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tagawa | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 24 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ube | 48 mi / 77 km | 1 hr 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nobeoka | 49 mi / 79 km | 1 hr 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hōfu | 53 mi / 86 km | 1 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kudamatsu | 54 mi / 87 km | 1 hr 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kitakyushu | 54 mi / 87 km | 1 hr 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Beppu
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Ōita, Nakatsu, Hita, Yukuhashi, Tagawa. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Beppu include Ōita, Nakatsu, Hita, Yukuhashi, Tagawa. The closest is Ōita, about 7 miles (11 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.