How to travel from Asago to Naoshima, Japan
The distance between Asago and Naoshima is around 170km (105 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 25m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Asago to Naoshima by train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Naoshima → Asago if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Himeji and then to Okayama then take a ferry to Honmura.
- Duration2h 35m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥6,980($51)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Car and Ferry
Drive to Uno then take a ferry to Naoshima.
- Duration2h 25m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost¥3,010($22)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Asago and Naoshima
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Asago to Naoshima by train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥3,010 ($22) and will take around 2h 25m.
The distance between Asago and Naoshima is around 170km (105 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 126km (78 miles)
It takes around 2h 35m to get from Asago and Naoshima by train and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Asago to Naoshima is to drive and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx ¥3,010 ($22).
The cheapest way to travel between Asago and Naoshima is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥3,010 ($22) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Asago and Naoshima. We recommend that you drive to Uno then take a ferry to Naoshima. instead which will take 2h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Asago and Naoshima. We recommend that you drive to Uno then take a ferry to Naoshima. instead which will take 2h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Asago to Naoshima. We recommend that you take the train to Himeji and then to Okayama then take a ferry to Honmura. instead which will take 2h 35m.
The closest major airport to Naoshima is Takamatsu Airport (TAK) (TAK) which is approximately 27km (17 miles) from Naoshima. Okayama Airport (OKJ) (OKJ) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Asago to Naoshima. We recommend that you take the train to Himeji and then to Okayama then take a ferry to Honmura. instead which will take 2h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Asago to Naoshima is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around ¥6,980 ($51).
Compare travel optionsbetween Asago and Naoshima
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 2h 35m | ¥6,980($51) | twice daily | 180km (112 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 3h 10m | ¥5,615($41) | 5 times a day | 170km (105 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Ferry | 4h 10m | ¥9,995($73) | once daily | 312km (194 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 2h 25m | ¥3,010($22) | hourly | 172km (107 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Asago and Naoshima
Bus companies
Ryobi Express
Zentan Bus
Train operators
Ferry operators
Shikoku Kisen
Airports near Naoshima
The following major airports near Naoshima offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Takamatsu Airport (TAK)
- Distance
- 27km (17 miles) from Naoshima
Okayama Airport (OKJ)
- Distance
- 35km (22 miles) from Naoshima
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 116km (72 miles) from Naoshima