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

The cheapest way to get from Karato to Hiroshima is to train which costs ¥3200 - ¥4600 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karato to Hiroshima is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct train between Karato and Hiroshima?

No, there is no direct train from Karato to Hiroshima. However, there are services departing from Shimonoseki and arriving at Yokogawa via Iwakuni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Karato to Hiroshima?

The distance between Karato and Hiroshima is 204 km. The road distance is 184.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Karato to Hiroshima without a car is to ferry and train which takes 1h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Karato to Hiroshima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karato to Hiroshima train from?

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

Where does the Karato to Hiroshima train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karato to Hiroshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Karato to Hiroshima is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Karato to Hiroshima.

Where can I stay near Hiroshima?

There are 734+ hotels available in Hiroshima.

Karato to Hiroshima - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Karato to Hiroshima by ferry, train, or car

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Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Shimonoseki to Mojikoferry
2. Take the train from Mojikō to Kokuratrain
3. Take the train from Kokura to Hiroshimatrain
1h 30m
Drive 184.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karato to Hiroshimacar 184.9 km
2h 17m
¥3,208–4,633
Train
1. Take the train from Shimonoseki to Iwakunitrain San-yō Line Local
5h 24m
¥3,292–4,585

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Distance: 203.8 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Karato, Yamaguchi, Japan and Hiroshima, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shimonoseki to Iwakuni hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,600–3,800 and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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