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

The cheapest way to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu is to train which costs ¥1300 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Shimonoseki and Hōfu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shimonoseki and arriving at Hōfu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Shimonoseki to Hōfu?

The distance between Shimonoseki and Hōfu is 87 km. The road distance is 77.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥1300 - ¥1900.

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

The train from Shimonoseki to Hōfu takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Shimonoseki to Hōfu train from?

Shimonoseki to Hōfu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shimonoseki station.

Where does the Shimonoseki to Hōfu train arrive?

Shimonoseki to Hōfu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Hōfu station.

Can I drive from Shimonoseki to Hōfu?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimonoseki to Hōfu is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Shimonoseki to Hōfu.

Where can I stay near Hōfu?

There are 60+ hotels available in Hōfu.

Shimonoseki to Hōfu - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu by train, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Shimonoseki to Hōfutrain San-yō Line Local
1h 40m
¥1,300–1,900
Drive 77.5 km
1. Drive from Shimonoseki to Hōfucar 77.5 km
1h 13m
¥1,347–1,945
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimonoseki to Hōfutaxi 77.5 km
1h 13m
¥25,000–31,000

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Distance: 86.8 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shimonoseki to Hōfu hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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