How to travel from Imabari-shi to Tamano, Japan

The distance between Imabari-shi and Tamano is around 148km (92 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 40m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Imabari-shi to Tamano by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out TamanoImabari-shi if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Kojima.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥5,475($40)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Fukuyama station front then take the train to Okayama then take the bus to Tai.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ¥8,075($59)
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Drive

Drive to Tamano.

  • Duration1h 40m
  • Distance148km (92 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Imabari-shi and Tamano

There are several options for getting from Imabari-shi to Tamano by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ¥5,475 ($40) and will take around 2h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥2,190 ($16).

The distance between Imabari-shi and Tamano is around 148km (92 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 99km (62 miles)

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Imabari-shi and Tamano by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Imabari-shi to Tamano is to drive which takes around 1h 40m and will set you back approx ¥2,190 ($16).

The cheapest way to travel between Imabari-shi and Tamano, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ¥5,475 ($40) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Imabari-shi and Tamano. It typically takes around 2h 20m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Imabari-shi to Tamano. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kojima and Chayamachi. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 20m.

Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Imabari-shi and Tamano. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Imabari-shi and Tamano. We recommend that you drive to Tamano. instead which will take 1h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Imabari-shi to Tamano. We recommend that you take the train to Kojima. instead which will take 2h 20m.

The closest major airport to Tamano is Okayama Airport (OKJ) (OKJ) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Tamano. Takamatsu Airport (TAK) (TAK) 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

Yes it is possible to drive from Imabari-shi and Tamano. The distance is around 148km (92 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Imabari-shi to Tamano is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around ¥5,475 ($40).

How do I get from Imabari-shi to Tamano

Compare travel optionsbetween Imabari-shi and Tamano

Transport options from Imabari-shi to Tamano
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 20m
¥5,475($40)
hourly166km (103 miles)
Bus and Train
2h 40m
¥8,075($59)
4 times a week168km (104 miles)
Drive
1h 40m
¥2,190($16)
on demand148km (92 miles)

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Airports near Tamano

The following major airports near Tamano offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

OKJ
Okayama Airport (OKJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Tamano
TAK
Takamatsu Airport (TAK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Tamano
KIX
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
International Airport
Distance
119km (74 miles) from Tamano