What is the cheapest way to get from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima?

The cheapest way to get from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima is to drive which costs ¥310 - ¥460 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima?

The fastest way to get from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs ¥4100 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct bus between Shimoji-shima and Miyakojima?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from みやこ下地島空港 and arriving at 平良港（マティダ市民劇場前）. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima?

The distance between Shimoji-shima and Miyakojima is 17 km. The road distance is 18.3 km.

How do I travel from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima without a car?

The best way to get from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima without a car is to bus which takes 28 min and costs ¥360 - ¥700.

How long does it take to get from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima?

The bus from みやこ下地島空港 to 平良港（マティダ市民劇場前） takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima bus from?

Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima bus services, operated by Chuo Kotsu Okinawa, depart from みやこ下地島空港 station.

Where does the Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima bus arrive?

Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima bus services, operated by Chuo Kotsu Okinawa, arrive at 平良港（マティダ市民劇場前） station.

Can I drive from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima is 18 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima.

Where can I stay near Miyakojima?

There are 422+ hotels available in Miyakojima.

Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima by bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from みやこ下地島空港 to 平良港（マティダ市民劇場前）bus エアポートライナー
28 min
¥360–700
Drive 18.3 km
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1. Drive from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojimacar 18.3 km
21 min
¥319–460
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimoji-shima to Miyakojimataxi 18.3 km
21 min
¥4,100–4,900

Shimoji-shima to Miyakojima by bus

154Weekly Buses

28 minAverage Duration

¥360Cheapest Price

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Distance: 16.6 km
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Shimoji-shima, Japan and Miyakojima, Japan?

Chuo Kotsu Okinawa operates a bus from みやこ下地島空港 to 平良港（マティダ市民劇場前） every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥600–700 and the journey takes 28 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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