What is the cheapest way to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji?

The cheapest way to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji is to car ferry which costs ¥1550 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji?

The fastest way to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji is to car ferry which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥1550.

Is there a direct ferry between Shōdo Shima (Island) and Himeji?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Fukuda Port and arriving at Himeji Port. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji?

The distance between Shōdo Shima (Island) and Himeji is 42 km.

How do I travel from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji without a car?

The best way to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥1550.

How long does it take to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji?

The car ferry from Fukuda Port to Himeji Port takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where can I stay near Himeji?

There are 100+ hotels available in Himeji.

Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji - 3 ways to travel via train, and car ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Himeji by car ferry or train

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Car ferry
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1. Take the carferry from Fukuda Port to Himeji Portcarferry
1h 40m
¥1,550
Car ferry, train
1. Take the carferry from Shodoshima to Takamatsu Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the train from Takamatsu(Kagawa) to Okayamatrain
3. Take the train from Okayama to Himejitrain
2h 57m
¥2,849–3,849
Car ferry via Tonoshō
1. Take the carferry from Fukuda Port to Himeji Portcarferry
2h 3m
¥16,386–19,083

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Distance: 42.1 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Shōdo Shima (Island), Japan and Himeji, Japan?

Shikoku Ferry operates a car ferry from Fukuda Port to Himeji Port every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,550 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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