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

The cheapest way to get from Shimane to Okayama is to drive which costs ¥2800 - ¥4100 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimane to Okayama is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9500.

How far is it from Shimane to Okayama?

The distance between Shimane and Okayama is 189 km. The road distance is 165.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimane to Okayama without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Shimane to Okayama, including transfers.

Train or bus from Shimane to Okayama?

The best way to get from Shimane to Okayama is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4100 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 15m.

Can I drive from Shimane to Okayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimane to Okayama is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Shimane to Okayama.

Where can I stay near Okayama?

There are 334+ hotels available in Okayama.

Shimane to Okayama - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Shimane to Okayama by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsue to Okayama[186836] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 14 / ...
2h 44m
¥6,634–9,432
Drive 165.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsue to Okayama165.9 km
2h 48m
¥2,821–4,075
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsue Sta. to Okayama Sta. Nishiguchi出雲線
3h 15m
¥4,140–5,539

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 189.5 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Matsue to Okayama every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥5,000–7,500 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, Chutetsu Bus operates a bus from Matsue Sta. to Okayama Sta. Nishiguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,600 and the journey takes 3h 11m.

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