What is the cheapest way to get from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki?

The cheapest way to get from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki is to car ferry and drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2200 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki?

The fastest way to get from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki is to car ferry and drive which takes 2h 16m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2200.

How far is it from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki?

The distance between Shōdoshima and Kurashiki is 117 km.

How do I travel from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki without a car?

The best way to get from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki without a car is to car ferry and train which takes 2h 54m and costs ¥7500 - ¥9500.

How long does it take to get from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kurashiki?

There are 361+ hotels available in Kurashiki.

Shōdoshima to Kurashiki - 3 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki by car ferry, train, car, or bus

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
best
1. Take the carferry from Shodoshima to Takamatsu Ferry Terminalcarferry Takamatsu Port
2. Take the train from Takamatsu(Kagawa) to Okayamatrain [31528] Marine-Liner 22 / ...
2h 54m
¥7,705–9,347
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Shodoshima to Takamatsu Ferry Terminalcarferry Takamatsu Port
2. Drive from Takamatsu Ferry Terminal to Kurashikicar
2h 16m
¥1,661–2,182
Car ferry, train, bus
1. Take the carferry from Shodoshima to Takamatsu Ferry Terminalcarferry
2. Take the train from Takamatsu(Kagawa) to Kojimatrain
3. Take the bus from Ｊｒ児島駅 to 倉敷芸文館東bus
3h 4m
¥7,525–9,107

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Distance: 117.4 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Shōdoshima, Japan and Kurashiki, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki. However, you can take the taxi to Shodoshima, take the car ferry to Takamatsu Ferry Terminal, walk to Takamatsu(Kagawa), take the train to Okayama, then take the train to Kurashiki. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Shōdoshima to Kurashiki via Shodoshima and Takamatsu Ferry Terminal in around 2h 16m.

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