What is the cheapest way to get from Yamaguchi to Kure?

The cheapest way to get from Yamaguchi to Kure is to train which costs ¥2400 - ¥3600 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yamaguchi to Kure?

The fastest way to get from Yamaguchi to Kure is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct train between Yamaguchi and Kure?

No, there is no direct train from Yamaguchi to Kure. However, there are services departing from Yamaguchi and arriving at Kure via Shin Yamaguchi and Hiroshima. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Yamaguchi to Kure?

The distance between Yamaguchi and Kure is 163 km. The road distance is 149.8 km.

How do I travel from Yamaguchi to Kure without a car?

The best way to get from Yamaguchi to Kure without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3600.

How long does it take to get from Yamaguchi to Kure?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Yamaguchi to Kure, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yamaguchi to Kure train from?

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

Where does the Yamaguchi to Kure train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yamaguchi to Kure?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamaguchi to Kure is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Yamaguchi to Kure.

Where can I stay near Kure?

There are 702+ hotels available in Kure.

Yamaguchi to Kure - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Yamaguchi to Kure by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Yamaguchi to Shin-Yamaguchitrain
2. Take the train from Shin Yamaguchi to Hiroshimatrain
3. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kuretrain
2h 27m
¥2,464–3,575
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Hōfu to Iwakunitrain San-yō Line Local
2. Take the bus from Iwakuni to Hiroshima BCbus
6h 15m
¥3,260–5,820
Drive 149.8 km
1. Drive from Yamaguchi to Kurecar 149.8 km
1h 47m
¥2,575–3,720

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Distance: 162.6 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Yamaguchi, Japan and Kure, Japan?

You can take a train from Yamaguchi to Kure via Shin Yamaguchi and Hiroshima in around 2h 27m.

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