What is the cheapest way to get from Iya Valley to Kurashiki?

The cheapest way to get from Iya Valley to Kurashiki is to drive which costs ¥1500 - ¥2200 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iya Valley to Kurashiki?

The fastest way to get from Iya Valley to Kurashiki is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct train between Iya Valley and Kurashiki?

No, there is no direct train from Iya Valley to Kurashiki. However, there are services departing from Oboke and arriving at Kurashiki via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Iya Valley to Kurashiki?

The distance between Iya Valley and Kurashiki is 146 km. The road distance is 98.3 km.

How do I travel from Iya Valley to Kurashiki without a car?

The best way to get from Iya Valley to Kurashiki without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Iya Valley to Kurashiki?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Iya Valley to Kurashiki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iya Valley to Kurashiki train from?

Iya Valley to Kurashiki train services, operated by JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company), depart from Oboke station.

Where does the Iya Valley to Kurashiki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iya Valley to Kurashiki?

Yes, the driving distance between Iya Valley to Kurashiki is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Iya Valley to Kurashiki.

Where can I stay near Kurashiki?

There are 371+ hotels available in Kurashiki.

Iya Valley to Kurashiki - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Iya Valley to Kurashiki by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oboke to Okayamatrain [187026] Ltd. Exp Nanpu 22 / ...
3h 21m
Drive 98.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Iya Valley to Kurashikicar 98.3 km
1h 44m
¥1,504–2,173
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 祖谷大橋 to 大歩危橋bus 祖谷線
2. Take the train from Oboke to Osugitrain
3. Take the bus from Otoyo to Aruki-minamibus
4h 29m

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Distance: 145.7 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Iya Valley, Japan and Kurashiki, Japan?

JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company) operates a train from Oboke to Okayama hourly, and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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