Trans-Kyushu Limited Express
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 KiHa 185 series Trans-Kyushu Limited Express DMU at Hitoyoshi Station, September 2010 | |
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Service type | Limited express |
| Status | Operational |
| First service | 13 March 2004 |
| Current operator(s) | JR Kyushu |
| Route | |
| Termini | Kumamoto Beppu |
| Stops | 17 |
| Distance travelled | 160.1 km (99.5 mi) |
| Average journey time | 3 hours approx |
| Service frequency | 2 return workings daily |
| Line(s) used | Hōhi Main Line, Nippō Main Line |
| On-board services | |
| Class(es) | Standard only |
| Disabled access | Yes |
| Sleeping arrangements | None |
| Catering facilities | None |
| Observation facilities | None |
| Entertainment facilities | None |
| Other facilities | Toilets |
| Technical | |
| Rolling stock | KiHa 185 series DMU |
| Electrification | None |
| Operating speed | 100 km/h (62 mph) |
| Track owner(s) | JR Kyushu |
The Trans-Kyushu Limited Express (九州横断特急, Kyūshū Ōdan Tokkyū) is a limited express train service in Japan operated by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) which runs between Beppu and Kumamoto, via Aso.
Rolling stock
[edit]- KiHa 185 series DMU: 1992–present[citation needed]
History
[edit]The Trans-Kyushu Limited Express was introduced from 13 March 2004.[1]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ JR新幹線＆特急列車ファイル [JR Shinkansen & Limited Express Train File]. Japan: Kōtsū Shimbun. 2008. p. 108. ISBN 978-4-330-00608-6.
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