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Bikepacking Japan: The 650km Kyushu Volcano & Coast Cycling Route

from Fukuoka

to Beppu

E-Bike: 6h 17 / day

Bike: 8h 26 / day

647 kmDistance
7,546 mElevation
6 DaysDuration
Difficulty
6Stages
Japanese Coastline
Climbs
Coastlines
Island
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Fukuoka - Kashima
Kashima - Nagasaki
Nagasaki - Chuo Ward
Chuo Ward - Takachiho
Takachiho - Saiki

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Description

From the urban pulse of Fukuoka to the steaming geothermal ridges of Beppu, this 655km cycling loop reveals the raw, unfiltered heart of Kyushu. The route masterfully transitions from flat coastal plains and historic trade ports to the testing ascents of the Aso Caldera and the ancient basalt pillars of Takachiho Gorge. It is a journey of sharp contrasts: quiet island crossings over the Amakusa Five Bridges, hidden fishing hamlets, and solitary miles through dense mountain cedar forests. Planning a legendary bikepacking adventure in Japan shouldn't mean drowning in logistics, booking ferries, or translating train schedules. Rogonneur removes all the friction. A free account unlocks the complete, curated route data, handpicked bike-friendly hotels, regional culinary stops, and seamless transit connections. Sign up to turn complex planning into a simple, ready-to-ride experience.

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Tour Details

This tour includes detailed day-by-day descriptions, accommodation recommendations, points of interest, difficulty ratings, and expert tips for completing this amazing cycling adventure...

Route

The adventure kicks off with a smooth, low-altitude warmup across the wide agricultural lowlands of the Saga plains, running parallel to the expansive tidal flats of the Ariake Sea. Early cultural markers include the massive red wooden framework of the Yutoku Inari Shrine and the historic white-walled sake districts of Hizen Hamashuku. Westward, the terrain sharpens significantly. Riders face a demanding, highly technical traverse over the rugged spine of the Nishisonogi Peninsula, where winding...
Start Point
Fukuoka
End Point
Beppu
Country
Japan
Regions
Fukuoka Prefecture, Kumamoto Prefecture, Miyazaki Prefecture, Nagasaki Prefecture, Oita Prefecture, Saga Prefecture

At a glance

Distance

647 km

Difficulty

Hard

Road type

—

Duration

6 days

Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Fukuoka - Kashima

    92 km698 m

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  • Day 2
    Kashima - Nagasaki

    106 km1,423 m

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  • Day 3
    Nagasaki - Kumamoto

    151 km1,173 m

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  • Day 4
    Kumamoto - Takachiho

    104 km2,099 m

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  • Day 5
    Takachiho - Saiki

    128 km1,447 m

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  • Day 6
    Saiki - Beppu

    66 km706 m

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Cultural & scenic highlights

Travel access

Travel to start

Very easy access

You have several good options for arrival: Higashi-Hie Station by train or Fukuoka Airport by flight or Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal by coach or Hakata Port Passenger Terminal 2 by ferry. Choose the one that fits your origin and bike setup best.

Major rail hub

Higashi-Hie Station, 1 km · about 20 min by public transport

Airport

Fukuoka Airport, 3 km · no public transport connection found

Coach / bus hub

Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal, 2 km · about 20 min by public transport

Ferry terminal

Hakata Port Passenger Terminal 2, 3 km · about 30 min by public transport

Local transport

West10, 0 km

Travel from finish

Very easy access

You have several good options for leaving the tour: Beppu Station by train or Oita Airport by flight or Beppu Mizobe Gakuen Tandai Mae by coach or Beppu Port Ferry Terminal 2 by ferry. Choose the one that works best for your next destination and bike setup.

Major rail hub

Beppu Station, 0 km · about 5 min by public transport

Airport

Oita Airport, 31 km · about 60 min by public transport

Coach / bus hub

Beppu Mizobe Gakuen Tandai Mae, 6 km · about 30 min by public transport

Ferry terminal

Beppu Port Ferry Terminal 2, 2 km · about 15 min by public transport

Bike hire nearby: まち歩きステーション ARUCO DE BEPPU, 0 km

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