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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Shimonoseki is to train via Kokura which costs ¥4900 - ¥7000 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Shimonoseki is to train via Kokura which takes 1h 38m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Shimonoseki?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Shimonoseki. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Shimonoseki via Kokura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Okayama to Shimonoseki?

The distance between Okayama and Shimonoseki is 346 km. The road distance is 342.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Shimonoseki without a car is to train via Kokura which takes 1h 38m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Okayama to Shimonoseki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Shimonoseki train from?

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

Where does the Okayama to Shimonoseki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okayama to Shimonoseki?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Shimonoseki is 343 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Okayama to Shimonoseki.

Where can I stay near Shimonoseki?

There are 197+ hotels available in Shimonoseki.

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

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

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Train via Kokura
best
1. Take the train from Okayama to Kokuratrain Nozomi / ...
1h 38m
¥4,900–7,000
Drive 342.5 km
1. Drive from Okayama to Shimonosekicar 342.5 km
4h 27m
¥5,943–8,584
Train
1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Shimonosekitrain Kodama / ...
3h
Train via Ogōri-shimogō
1. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Yamaguchitrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Yamaguchi to Shimonosekitrain San-yō Line Local
3h 1m
¥4,933–6,957

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Distance: 346.1 km
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Okayama, 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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