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

The cheapest way to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Hiroshima is to car ferry and train which costs ¥3800 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Hiroshima is to car ferry and train which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5500.

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

The distance between Shōdo Shima (Island) and Hiroshima is 236 km.

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

The best way to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Hiroshima without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Hiroshima, including transfers.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, train
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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 Hiroshimatrain
3h 16m
¥3,850–5,250
Car ferry, bus
1. Take the carferry from Shodoshima to Okayamacarferry Shin-Okayama Port
2. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Gate to Hiroshima Bus Centerbus Sun Sun Liner
6h 20m
¥4,530–12,250
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Tonosho Ferry Terminal to Uno Portcarferry
2. Drive from Uno Port to Hiroshimacar
3h 27m
¥3,960–5,598

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Map of how to get from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Hiroshima.

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Distance: 236.1 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

There is no direct connection from Shōdo Shima (Island) to Hiroshima. However, you can take the car ferry to Takamatsu Ferry Terminal, walk to Takamatsu(Kagawa), take the train to Okayama, then take the train to Hiroshima. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Shodoshima to Hiroshima Bus Center via Okayama, Shin-Okayama Port, Okayama Sta., and Okayama Station West Gate in around 6h 20m.

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