What is the cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Kure?

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Kure is to drive which costs ¥450 - ¥700 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Kure?

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Kure is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs ¥8000 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct bus between Hiroshima and Kure?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shiyakusho-mae and arriving at Kure Sta.. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Hiroshima and Kure?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hiroshima and arriving at Kure. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Kure?

The distance between Hiroshima and Kure is 24 km. The road distance is 26.6 km.

How do I travel from Hiroshima to Kure without a car?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Kure without a car is to bus which takes 35 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1000.

How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Kure?

The bus from Shiyakusho-mae to Kure Sta. takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Kure bus from?

Hiroshima to Kure bus services, operated by Hiroshima Electric Railway, depart from Shiyakusho-mae station.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Kure train from?

Hiroshima to Kure train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Hiroshima station.

Train or bus from Hiroshima to Kure?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Kure is to bus which takes 35 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 41 min.

Where does the Hiroshima to Kure bus arrive?

Hiroshima to Kure bus services, operated by Hiroshima Electric Railway, arrive at Kure Sta. station.

Where does the Hiroshima to Kure train arrive?

Hiroshima to Kure train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kure station.

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Kure?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Kure is 27 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Hiroshima to Kure.

Where can I stay near Kure?

There are 642+ hotels available in Kure.

Hiroshima to Kure - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Hiroshima to Kure by bus, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shiyakusho-mae to Kure Sta.bus 高速：クレアライン
35 min
¥750–1,000
Drive 26.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hiroshima to Kurecar 26.6 km
24 min
¥457–659
Train
1. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kuretrain [32195] JR Kure / ...
41 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hiroshima to Kuretaxi 26.6 km
24 min
¥8,000–10,000

Hiroshima to Kure by bus

373Weekly Buses

35 minAverage Duration

¥750Cheapest Price

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Distance: 24.2 km
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Hiroshima, Japan and Kure, Japan?

Hiroshima Electric Railway operates a bus from Shiyakusho-mae to Kure Sta. every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥750–1,000 and the journey takes 35 min. JR Bus Chugoku also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hiroshima to Kure every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 41 min.

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