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

The cheapest way to get from Iwakuni to Hiroshima is to train which costs ¥600 - ¥850 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Iwakuni to Hiroshima is to drive which takes 33 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct bus between Iwakuni and Hiroshima?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Iwakuni Shiyakusho and arriving at Hiroshima BC. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Iwakuni and Hiroshima?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Iwakuni and arriving at Yokogawa. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Iwakuni to Hiroshima?

The distance between Iwakuni and Hiroshima is 39 km. The road distance is 42.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Iwakuni to Hiroshima without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs ¥600 - ¥850.

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

The train from Iwakuni to Yokogawa takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Iwakuni to Hiroshima bus from?

Iwakuni to Hiroshima bus services, operated by Iwakuni Bus, depart from Iwakuni Shiyakusho station.

Where do I catch the Iwakuni to Hiroshima train from?

Iwakuni to Hiroshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Iwakuni station.

Train or bus from Iwakuni to Hiroshima?

The best way to get from Iwakuni to Hiroshima is to train which takes 49 min and costs ¥600 - ¥850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥950 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Iwakuni to Hiroshima bus arrive?

Iwakuni to Hiroshima bus services, operated by Iwakuni Bus, arrive at Hiroshima BC station.

Where does the Iwakuni to Hiroshima train arrive?

Iwakuni to Hiroshima train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Yokogawa station.

Can I drive from Iwakuni to Hiroshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Iwakuni to Hiroshima is 43 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Iwakuni to Hiroshima.

Where can I stay near Hiroshima?

There are 734+ hotels available in Hiroshima.

Iwakuni to Hiroshima - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Iwakuni to Hiroshima by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Iwakuni to Yokogawatrain San-yō Line Local / ...
49 min
¥600–850
Bus
1. Take the bus from Iwakuni Shiyakusho to Hiroshima BCbus
1h 11m
¥950
Drive 42.8 km
1. Drive from Iwakuni to Hiroshimacar 42.8 km
33 min
¥744–1,074
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Iwakuni to Hiroshimataxi 42.8 km
33 min
¥14,000–18,000

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Distance: 38.8 km
Duration: 49 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Iwakuni to Yokogawa every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥600–850 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, Iwakuni Bus operates a bus from Iwakuni Shiyakusho to Hiroshima BC hourly. Tickets cost ¥950 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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