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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Shimanto is to drive which costs ¥4400 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Shimanto is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Shimanto?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Shimanto. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Nakamura via Kochi(Kochi). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Okayama to Shimanto?

The distance between Okayama and Shimanto is 294 km. The road distance is 260 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Shimanto without a car is to train via Nankoku which takes 5h 18m and costs ¥8000 - ¥12000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Okayama to Shimanto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Shimanto train from?

Okayama to Shimanto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Okayama station.

Where does the Okayama to Shimanto train arrive?

Okayama to Shimanto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Kochi(Kochi) station.

Can I drive from Okayama to Shimanto?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Shimanto is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Okayama to Shimanto.

Where can I stay near Shimanto?

There are 64+ hotels available in Shimanto.

Okayama to Shimanto - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Okayama to Shimanto by train or car

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Train via Nankoku
best
1. Take the train from Okayama to Kochi(Kochi)train [187012] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 5 / ...
2. Take the train from Kochi(Kochi) to Nakamuratrain [187049] Ltd. Exp Ashizuri 11 / ...
5h 18m
¥8,472–11,713
Drive 260 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Okayama to Shimantocar 260 km
3h 52m
¥4,476–6,466
Train
1. Take the train from Okayama to Sakaidetrain [31514] Marine-Liner 21 / ...
2. Take the train from Sakaide to Nakamuratrain [187041] Ltd. Exp Shimanto 1
5h 27m
¥7,384–10,670

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Okayama to Shimanto.

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Distance: 294.1 km
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Okayama to Nakamura via Kochi(Kochi) in around 5h 18m.

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