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

The cheapest way to get from Shikoku to Kure is to car ferry which costs ¥6900 - ¥7100 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shikoku to Kure is to car ferry which takes 2h 11m and costs ¥6900 - ¥7100.

Is there a direct bus between Shikoku and Kure?

No, there is no direct bus from Shikoku to Kure. However, there are services departing from 田井 and arriving at Yotsudoro via Otoyo, Okayama Interchange and Hiroshima Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Shikoku to Kure?

The distance between Shikoku and Kure is 62 km.

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

The best way to get from Shikoku to Kure without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs ¥8500 - ¥15000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Shikoku to Kure, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shikoku to Kure bus from?

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

Train or bus from Shikoku to Kure?

The best way to get from Shikoku to Kure is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs ¥8500 - ¥15000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7500 - ¥9500 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Shikoku to Kure bus arrive?

Shikoku to Kure bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Tsudaka station.

Where can I stay near Kure?

There are 622+ hotels available in Kure.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Shikoku to Kure by car ferry, train, or bus

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

Car ferry
best
1. Take the car ferry from Matsuyama to Kure
2h 11m
¥6,937–7,040
Train
1. Take the train from Osugi to Okayama[187005] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 2
2. Take the train from Okayama to HiroshimaNozomi / ...
5h 15m
¥8,720–14,310
Bus
1. Take the bus from Otoyo to TsudakaRyoma Express
2. Take the bus from Okayama Interchange to Hiroshima Bus CenterSun Sun Liner
7h 43m
¥7,970–9,410
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Kochi Station to Matsuyama City StationNangoku Express
2. Take the car ferry from Matsuyama to Kure
9h 8m
¥9,776–12,126

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 61.5 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Setonaikaikisen operates a car ferry from Matsuyama to Kure hourly. Tickets cost ¥6,719 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 田井 to Kure via 大杉駅前, Osugi, Okayama, and Hiroshima in around 5h 15m.

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