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

The cheapest way to get from Matsuyama to Kurashiki is to drive which costs ¥2700 - ¥4100 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsuyama to Kurashiki is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4100.

Is there a direct bus between Matsuyama and Kurashiki?

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

Is there a direct train between Matsuyama and Kurashiki?

No, there is no direct train from Matsuyama to Kurashiki. However, there are services departing from Matsuyama(Ehime) and arriving at Kurashiki via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Matsuyama to Kurashiki?

The distance between Matsuyama and Kurashiki is 184 km. The road distance is 160.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsuyama to Kurashiki without a car is to bus which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥4800.

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

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

Where do I catch the Matsuyama to Kurashiki bus from?

Matsuyama to Kurashiki bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Okaido station.

Where do I catch the Matsuyama to Kurashiki train from?

Matsuyama to Kurashiki train services, operated by JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company), depart from Matsuyama(Ehime) station.

Train or bus from Matsuyama to Kurashiki?

The best way to get from Matsuyama to Kurashiki is to bus which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥4800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Matsuyama to Kurashiki bus arrive?

Matsuyama to Kurashiki bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Arukiminami station.

Where does the Matsuyama to Kurashiki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsuyama to Kurashiki?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsuyama to Kurashiki is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Matsuyama to Kurashiki.

Where can I stay near Kurashiki?

There are 345+ hotels available in Kurashiki.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Okaido to Arukiminamibus Madonna Express
2h 39m
¥4,800
Drive 160.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsuyama to Kurashikicar 160.6 km
2h 19m
¥2,787–4,026
Train
1. Take the train from Matsuyama(Ehime) to Okayamatrain [186886] Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 14 / ...
3h 12m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matsuyama City Station to Fukuyama station frontbus
2. Take the train from Fukuyama to Kurashikitrain San-yō Line Local
4h 1m
¥4,950–5,250

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Distance: 183.6 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Okaido to Arukiminami 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥4,800 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company) operates a train from Matsuyama(Ehime) to Okayama hourly, and the journey takes 2h 49m.

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