What is the cheapest way to get from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen?

The cheapest way to get from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen is to drive which costs ¥2700 - ¥4000 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen?

The fastest way to get from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Kurashiki and Dōgo Onsen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arukiminami and arriving at Okaido. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen?

The distance between Kurashiki and Dōgo Onsen is 177 km. The road distance is 157.8 km.

How do I travel from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen without a car?

The best way to get from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen without a car is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥4800.

How long does it take to get from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen?

The bus from Arukiminami to Okaido takes 2h 39m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen bus from?

Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Arukiminami station.

Where does the Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen bus arrive?

Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Okaido station.

Can I drive from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen.

Where can I stay near Dōgo Onsen?

There are 188+ hotels available in Dōgo Onsen.

Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsen by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arukiminami to Okaidobus Madonna Express
3h 7m
¥4,800
Drive 157.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kurashiki to Dōgo Onsencar 157.8 km
2h 17m
¥2,731–3,945
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 西中 to Ｊｒ児島駅bus 51 塩生線
2. Take the train from Kojima to Matsuyama(Ehime)train [186881] Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 13 / ...
4h 38m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kurashiki to Fukuyamatrain San-yō Line Local
2. Take the bus from Fukuyama station front to Matsuyama City Stationbus
5h 15m
¥5,125–5,383

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Distance: 176.8 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Kurashiki, Japan and Dōgo Onsen, Japan?

JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Arukiminami to Okaido 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥4,800 and the journey takes 2h 39m.

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