How to travel from Itsukushima to Hachinohe, Japan
The distance between Itsukushima and Hachinohe is around 1,188km (738 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which takes around 4h 45m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Itsukushima to Hachinohe by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Hachinohe → Itsukushima if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Hiroshima Port and then to Matsuyama then fly from Matsuyama (MYJ) to Misawa (MSJ).
- Duration5h 50m
- Flight time2h 45m
- Typical cost¥50,655($370)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Tokyo and then to Hachinohe.
- Duration7h 30m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost¥40,660($295)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Motoyasu Pier Hiroshima then take the bus to Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit and then to Hachinohe Central.
- Duration23hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥28,340($205)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then drive to Hachinohe.
- Duration16h 35m
- Departsevery 15 mins
- Typical cost¥20,125($145)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Itsukushima and Hachinohe
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Itsukushima to Hachinohe by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥20,125 ($145) and will take around 16h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥45,450 ($330).
The distance between Itsukushima and Hachinohe is around 1,188km (738 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,066km (663 miles)
It takes around 7h 30m to get from Itsukushima and Hachinohe by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Itsukushima to Hachinohe is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx ¥45,450 ($330).
The cheapest way to travel between Itsukushima and Hachinohe is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥20,125 ($145) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Itsukushima and Hachinohe. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the bus to Hiroshima Airport then fly from Hiroshima (HIJ) to Misawa (MSJ). instead which will take 4h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Itsukushima and Hachinohe. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the bus to Hiroshima Airport then fly from Hiroshima (HIJ) to Misawa (MSJ). instead which will take 4h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Itsukushima to Hachinohe. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the bus to Hiroshima Airport then fly from Hiroshima (HIJ) to Misawa (MSJ). instead which will take 4h 45m.
The closest major airport to Hachinohe is Misawa Airport (MSJ) (MSJ) which is approximately 22km (14 miles) from Hachinohe. Aomori Airport (AOJ) (AOJ) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) (CTS) 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 Itsukushima to Hachinohe. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Tokyo and then to Hachinohe. instead which will take 7h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Itsukushima to Hachinohe is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 7h 30m and will usually cost around ¥40,660 ($295).
Compare travel optionsbetween Itsukushima and Hachinohe
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 2 similar | 5h 50m | ¥50,655($370) | every 4 hours | 1,386km (861 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Plane | 4h 45m | ¥45,450($330) | hourly | 1,329km (826 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus, Plane and Train | 4h 50m | ¥50,380($370) | hourly | 1,188km (738 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 7h 30m | ¥40,660($295) | hourly | 1,437km (893 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 19h 50m | ¥33,675($245) | once daily | 1,508km (937 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 23hrs | ¥28,340($205) | once daily | 1,500km (932 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 16h 35m | ¥20,125($145) | every 15 mins | 1,376km (855 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Itsukushima and Hachinohe
Ferry operators
JR Miyajima Ferry
Miyajima Matsudai Kisen
Aqua-net Hiroshima
Setonaikaikisen
Airlines
Ibex Airlines
Bus companies
Bocho Kotsu
JR Bus Tōhoku
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus
Train operators
Airports near Hachinohe
The following major airports near Hachinohe offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Misawa Airport (MSJ)
- Distance
- 22km (14 miles) from Hachinohe
Aomori Airport (AOJ)
- Distance
- 72km (45 miles) from Hachinohe
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 253km (158 miles) from Hachinohe