What is the cheapest way to get from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu?

The cheapest way to get from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu is to train which costs ¥1200 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu?

The fastest way to get from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Shin-Shimonoseki Station and Hōfu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin-Shimonoseki and arriving at Hōfu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu?

The distance between Shin-Shimonoseki Station and Hōfu is 79 km. The road distance is 72.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1700.

How long does it take to get from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu?

The train from Shin-Shimonoseki to Hōfu takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu train from?

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

Where does the Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu?

Yes, the driving distance between Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfu.

Where can I stay near Hōfu?

There are 60+ hotels available in Hōfu.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Shin-Shimonoseki to Hōfutrain San-yō Line Local
1h 32m
¥1,200–1,700
Drive 72.1 km
1. Drive from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfucar 72.1 km
1h 9m
¥1,249–1,804
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shin-Shimonoseki Station to Hōfutaxi 72.1 km
1h 9m
¥24,000–29,000

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Distance: 79.4 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Shin-Shimonoseki Station, Japan and Hōfu, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Shimonoseki to Hōfu hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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