What is the cheapest way to get from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki?

The cheapest way to get from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki is to train via Ogōri-shimogō which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki?

The fastest way to get from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct train between Kurashiki and Shimonoseki?

No, there is no direct train from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki. However, there are services departing from Kurashiki and arriving at Shimonoseki via Okayama and Kokura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki?

The distance between Kurashiki and Shimonoseki is 362 km. The road distance is 325.7 km.

How do I travel from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki without a car?

The best way to get from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

How long does it take to get from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kurashiki to Shimonoseki train from?

Kurashiki to Shimonoseki train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Okayama station.

Where does the Kurashiki to Shimonoseki train arrive?

Kurashiki to Shimonoseki train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kokura station.

Can I drive from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki?

Yes, the driving distance between Kurashiki to Shimonoseki is 326 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki.

Where can I stay near Shimonoseki?

There are 195+ hotels available in Shimonoseki.

Kurashiki to Shimonoseki - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kurashiki to Shimonoseki by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Okayama to Kokuratrain Nozomi / ...
2h 14m
¥5,181–7,390
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shin Kurashiki to Kokuratrain Kodama / ...
4h 2m
¥4,685–6,756
Drive 325.7 km
1. Drive from Kurashiki to Shimonosekicar 325.7 km
4h 8m
¥5,650–8,161
Train via Ogōri-shimogō
1. Take the train from Kurashiki to Fukuyamatrain
2. Take the train from Fukuyama to Shin Yamaguchitrain
3. Take the train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Shimonosekitrain
3h 57m
¥4,765–6,823

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Distance: 362 km
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Kurashiki, Japan and Shimonoseki, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Okayama to Kokura hourly, and the journey takes 1h 10m. JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) also services this route hourly.

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