What is the cheapest way to get from Iya Valley to Awaji Island?

The cheapest way to get from Iya Valley to Awaji Island is to drive which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iya Valley to Awaji Island?

The fastest way to get from Iya Valley to Awaji Island is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct bus between Iya Valley and Awaji Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Iya Valley to Awaji Island. However, there are services departing from 祖谷大橋 and arriving at Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center via 大歩危峡 and Kosoku Maiko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Iya Valley to Awaji Island?

The distance between Iya Valley and Awaji Island is 260 km. The road distance is 129.6 km.

How do I travel from Iya Valley to Awaji Island without a car?

The best way to get from Iya Valley to Awaji Island without a car is to train and bus via Takamatsu which takes 6h 22m and costs ¥8000 - ¥12000.

How long does it take to get from Iya Valley to Awaji Island?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Iya Valley to Awaji Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iya Valley to Awaji Island bus from?

Iya Valley to Awaji Island bus services, operated by Shikoku Kotsu, depart from 大歩危峡 station.

Where does the Iya Valley to Awaji Island bus arrive?

Iya Valley to Awaji Island bus services, operated by Shikoku Kotsu, arrive at 高速舞子 station.

Can I drive from Iya Valley to Awaji Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Iya Valley to Awaji Island is 130 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Iya Valley to Awaji Island.

Where can I stay near Awaji Island?

There are 320+ hotels available in Awaji Island.

Iya Valley to Awaji Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Iya Valley to Awaji Island by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus via Takamatsu
best
1. Take the train from Oboke to Kotohira
2. Take the train from Kotohira to Takamatsu(Kagawa)
3. Take the bus from Takamatsu Station to Kosoku Awaji Shichi
6h 22m
¥8,386–11,256
Drive 129.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Iya Valley to Minamiawaji129.6 km
2h 2m
¥2,203–3,182
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Awa-Ikeda to Tokushima[34585] JR Tokushima
2. Take the bus from Tokushima Station to Seidanshichi
6h 29m
¥5,600–8,470
Bus
1. Take the bus from 大歩危峡 to 高速舞子神戸線
2. Take the bus from Kosoku Maiko to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center
6h 46m
¥2,800–8,170

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 259.9 km
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Iya Valley, Japan and Awaji Island, Hyōgo, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Iya Valley to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center via 祖谷大橋, 大歩危峡, 高速舞子, and Kosoku Maiko in around 6h 46m.

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