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

The cheapest way to get from Shimanto to Hiroshima is to drive which costs ¥5500 - ¥8500 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimanto to Hiroshima is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct train between Shimanto and Hiroshima?

No, there is no direct train from Shimanto to Hiroshima. However, there are services departing from Nakamura and arriving at Hiroshima via Kochi(Kochi) and Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Shimanto to Hiroshima?

The distance between Shimanto and Hiroshima is 438 km. The road distance is 327.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimanto to Hiroshima without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs ¥13000 - ¥19000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Shimanto to Hiroshima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimanto to Hiroshima train from?

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

Where does the Shimanto to Hiroshima train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shimanto to Hiroshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimanto to Hiroshima is 328 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Shimanto to Hiroshima.

Where can I stay near Hiroshima?

There are 677+ hotels available in Hiroshima.

Shimanto to Hiroshima - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and tram

There are 4 ways to get from Shimanto to Hiroshima by train, bus, car ferry, tram, 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 Nakamura to Kochi(Kochi)train
2. Take the train from Kochi(Kochi) to Okayamatrain
3. Take the train from Okayama to Hiroshimatrain
6h 5m
¥13,012–18,812
Drive 327.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimanto to Hiroshimacar 327.8 km
4h 23m
¥5,625–8,124
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nakamura to Kochi(Kochi)train
2. Take the bus from Kochi Station to Takamatsu Chuo Interchange Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Takamatsuchuo IC BT to Hiroshima Shinkansenguchibus
8h 35m
¥11,512–12,812
Bus, train, car ferry, tram
1. Take the bus from 中村駅 to 江川崎駅bus
2. Take the train from Ekawasaki to Uwajimatrain
3. Take the bus from Uwajima-eki to Matsuyamashi-ekibus
4. Take the car ferry from Matsuyama to Hiroshima Portcarferry
5. Take the tram from Hiroshima Port(Ujina) to Tokaichimachitram
11h 41m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 438.1 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Nakamura to Hiroshima via Kochi(Kochi) and Okayama in around 6h 5m.

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