What is the cheapest way to get from Shikoku to Awaji Island?

The cheapest way to get from Shikoku to Awaji Island is to drive which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shikoku to Awaji Island?

The fastest way to get from Shikoku to Awaji Island is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Shikoku and Awaji Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Shikoku to Awaji Island. However, there are services departing from 田井 and arriving at Kosoku Awaji Shichi via Otoyo and Takamatsu Chuo Inter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Shikoku to Awaji Island?

The distance between Shikoku and Awaji Island is 266 km. The road distance is 214 km.

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

The best way to get from Shikoku to Awaji Island without a car is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs ¥7500 - ¥9500.

How long does it take to get from Shikoku to Awaji Island?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Shikoku to Awaji Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shikoku to Awaji Island bus from?

Shikoku to Awaji Island bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Otoyo station.

Where does the Shikoku to Awaji Island bus arrive?

Shikoku to Awaji Island bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Takamatsu Chuo Interchange Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Shikoku to Awaji Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Shikoku to Awaji Island is 214 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Shikoku to Awaji Island.

Where can I stay near Awaji Island?

There are 170+ hotels available in Awaji Island.

Shikoku to Awaji Island - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Shikoku to Awaji Island by bus, train, car, or plane

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 Otoyo to Takamatsu Chuo Interchange Bus TerminalKuroshio Express
2. Take the bus from Takamatsu Chuo Inter to Kosoku Awaji Shichi
5h 11m
¥7,971–9,161
Drive 214 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsuyama to Minamiawaji214 km
3h 8m
¥3,619–5,227
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Osugi to Awa-Ikeda
2. Take the train from Awa-Ikeda to Tokushima
3. Take the bus from Tokushima Station to Seidanshichi
6h 31m
¥6,110–9,500
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Kochi Airport (KCZ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)KCZ - ITM
2. Take the bus from Sannomiya BT to Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center
3h 31m
¥10,287–31,304
Bus via Naruto west
1. Take the bus from Otoyo to Takamatsu Chuo Interchange Bus TerminalKuroshio Express
2. Take the bus from Takamatsu central IC to Naruto west
5h 20m
¥5,881–7,071

Kochi Airport (KCZ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

42Weekly Planes

45 minAverage Duration

¥7,546Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 266.1 km
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a bus from 田井 to Kosoku Awaji Shichi via 大杉駅前, Otoyo, Takamatsu Chuo Interchange Bus Terminal, and Takamatsu Chuo Inter in around 5h 11m.

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