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How to get fromIshigaki to Yaeyama Islandsby ferry or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Ishigaki to Yaeyama Islands by ferry or bus

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  1. Ferry, bus

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    1. Take the ferry from Ishigaki to Iriomote Islandferry ferry
    2. Take the bus from 上原 to 白浜bus bus 白浜行き
    2h 20m
    ¥2,937–6,962

  2. Ferry, bus via 大原港

    1. Take the ferry from Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal to Oharaferry ferry 西表島大原航路
    2. Take the bus from 大原港 to 白浜bus bus 白浜行き
    3h 17m
    ¥3,160–6,908

Ishigaki to Yaeyama Islands by ferry and bus

Calendar28Weekly Services
Duration2h 20mAverage Duration
Ticket¥2,937Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 54.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Ishigaki, Okinawa, Japan and Yaeyama Islands, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Ishigaki to Yaeyama Islands. However, you can take the ferry to Iriomote Island, walk to 上原, then take the bus to 白浜. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Ishigaki Port Remote Island Terminal to 白浜 via Ohara and 大原港 in around 3h 17m.

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