What is the cheapest way to get from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki?

The cheapest way to get from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki is to drive which costs ¥2700 - ¥4000 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki?

The fastest way to get from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Dōgo Onsen and Kurashiki?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Okaido and arriving at Arukiminami. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Dōgo Onsen and Kurashiki?

No, there is no direct train from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki. However, there are services departing from Dogoonsen and arriving at Kurashiki via Matsuyama(Ehime) and Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki?

The distance between Dōgo Onsen and Kurashiki is 186 km. The road distance is 158.4 km.

How do I travel from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki without a car?

The best way to get from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki without a car is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥4800.

How long does it take to get from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki?

The bus from Okaido to Arukiminami takes 2h 39m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki bus from?

Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Okaido station.

Where do I catch the Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki train from?

Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki train services, operated by JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company), depart from Matsuyama(Ehime) station.

Train or bus from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki?

The best way to get from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥4800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki bus arrive?

Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Arukiminami station.

Where does the Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki train arrive?

Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki train services, operated by JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company), arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki?

Yes, the driving distance between Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki.

Where can I stay near Kurashiki?

There are 345+ hotels available in Kurashiki.

Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashiki by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Okaido to Arukiminamibus Madonna Express
3h 7m
¥4,800
Drive 158.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dōgo Onsen to Kurashikicar 158.4 km
2h 18m
¥2,742–3,960
Train
1. Take the train from Matsuyama(Ehime) to Okayamatrain [186886] Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 14 / ...
4h 30m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matsuyama City Station to Fukuyama station frontbus
2. Take the train from Fukuyama to Kurashikitrain San-yō Line Local
5h 24m
¥5,110–5,410

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Distance: 186 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Dōgo Onsen, Japan and Kurashiki, Japan?

JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Okaido to Arukiminami 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥4,800 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company) operates a train from Matsuyama(Ehime) to Okayama hourly, and the journey takes 2h 49m.

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