What is the cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Ao Shima?

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Ao Shima is to train and bus which costs ¥10000 - ¥13000 and takes 7h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Ao Shima?

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Ao Shima is to train and bus which takes 7h 58m and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Ao Shima?

The distance between Hiroshima and Ao Shima is 618 km.

How do I travel from Hiroshima to Ao Shima without a car?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Ao Shima without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 58m and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Ao Shima?

It takes approximately 7h 58m to get from Hiroshima to Ao Shima, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Ao Shima?

There are 220+ hotels available in Ao Shima.

Hiroshima to Ao Shima - 2 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Hiroshima to Ao Shima by train or bus

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1. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kumamototrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the bus from Kumamoto to Miyazakibus
7h 58m
¥10,559–12,519
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Kokurabus Kōfuku Liner
2. Take the train from Kokura to Miyazakitrain Nichirin / ...
13h 22m

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Distance: 618.1 km
Duration: 7h 58m

What companies run services between Hiroshima, Japan and Ao Shima, Miyazaki, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Hiroshima to Ao Shima. However, you can take the train to Kumamoto, walk to Kumamoto, take the bus to Miyazaki, walk to Miyazaki, then take the train to Aoshima. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Aoshima via Kokura, Kokura, and Miyazaki in around 13h 22m.

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