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

The cheapest way to get from Shimanto to Imabari is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4600 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimanto to Imabari is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct train between Shimanto and Imabari?

No, there is no direct train from Shimanto to Imabari. However, there are services departing from Nakamura and arriving at Imabari via Tadotsu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Shimanto to Imabari?

The distance between Shimanto and Imabari is 209 km. The road distance is 184.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimanto to Imabari without a car is to taxi and bus and train which takes 4h 13m and costs ¥20000 - ¥26000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Shimanto to Imabari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimanto to Imabari train from?

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

Where does the Shimanto to Imabari train arrive?

Shimanto to Imabari train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Tadotsu station.

Can I drive from Shimanto to Imabari?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimanto to Imabari is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Shimanto to Imabari.

Where can I stay near Imabari?

There are 89+ hotels available in Imabari.

Shimanto to Imabari - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Shimanto to Imabari by taxi, bus, train, 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.

Taxi, bus, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Shimanto to Uwajima Bus Centertaxi
2. Take the bus from Uwajima Bus Center to Matsuyamashi-ekibus
3. Take the train from Matsuyama(Ehime) to Imabaritrain
4h 13m
¥20,921–25,062
Drive 184.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimanto to Imabaricar 184.5 km
2h 33m
¥3,167–4,574
Train
1. Take the train from Nakamura to Tadotsutrain [187042] Ltd. Exp Shimanto 10
2. Take the train from Tadotsu to Imabaritrain [186881] Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 13 / ...
5h 7m
¥9,794–13,562
Bus, train
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 train from Uwajima to Matsuyama(Ehime)train
4. Take the train from Matsuyama(Ehime) to Imabaritrain
6h 51m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 208.7 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Nakamura to Imabari via Tadotsu in around 5h 7m.

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