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How to get fromShikoku to Iya Valleyby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Shikoku to Iya Valley by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from 田井 to 大杉駅前bus bus
    2. Take the train from Osugi to Oboketrain train
    3. Take the bus from 大歩危橋 to 祖谷大橋bus bus 祖谷線
    3h 10m

  2. Drive 55.6 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Shikoku to Iya Valleycar car 55.6 km
    57 min
    ¥967–1,396

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Shikoku to Iya Valleytaxi taxi 55.6 km
    57 min
    ¥16,000–19,000

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 49.3 km
  • Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Shikoku, Japan and Iya Valley, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Shikoku to Iya Valley. However, you can take the bus to 大杉駅前, walk to Osugi, take the train to Oboke, walk to 大歩危橋, take the bus to 祖谷大橋, then walk to Iya Valley. Alternatively, you can drive from Shikoku to Iya Valley in around 57 min.

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