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

The cheapest way to get from Kure to Okayama is to drive which costs ¥2600 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kure to Okayama is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct bus between Kure and Okayama?

No, there is no direct bus from Kure to Okayama station. However, there are services departing from Yotsudoro and arriving at Okayama Station West Gate via Hiroshima Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Kure and Okayama?

No, there is no direct train from Kure to Okayama. However, there are services departing from Kure and arriving at Okayama via Hiroshima. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Kure to Okayama?

The distance between Kure and Okayama is 171 km. The road distance is 153.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kure to Okayama without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Kure to Okayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kure to Okayama bus from?

Kure to Okayama bus services, operated by Hiroshima Electric Railway, depart from Yotsudoro station.

Where do I catch the Kure to Okayama train from?

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

Train or bus from Kure to Okayama?

The best way to get from Kure to Okayama is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥4000 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Kure to Okayama bus arrive?

Kure to Okayama bus services, operated by Hiroshima Electric Railway, arrive at Hiroshima Bus Center station.

Where does the Kure to Okayama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kure to Okayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kure to Okayama is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Kure to Okayama.

Where can I stay near Okayama?

There are 334+ hotels available in Okayama.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kure to Okayama 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
best
1. Take the train from Kure to Hiroshimatrain [32136] JR Kure / ...
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Okayamatrain Nozomi / ...
1h 35m
Drive 153.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kure to Okayamacar 153.5 km
2h 15m
¥2,621–3,786
Bus
1. Take the bus from Yotsudoro to Hiroshima Bus Centerbus 高速：クレアライン
2. Take the bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Okayama Station West Gatebus Sun Sun Liner
4h 29m
¥3,750–3,970
Train via Hiroshima
1. Take the train from Kure to Hiroshimatrain [32136] JR Kure / ...
2. Take the train from Hiroshima to Okayamatrain Sakura / ...
2h 1m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 170.6 km
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a train from Kure to Okayama via Hiroshima in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Yotsudoro to Okayama Station West Gate via Hiroshima Bus Center in around 4h 29m.

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