How to travel from Itsukushima to Sasebo, Japan
The distance between Itsukushima and Sasebo is around 369km (230 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes around 3h 25m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Itsukushima to Sasebo by ferry, 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 Sasebo → Itsukushima if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry to Miyajimaguchi, train
Take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Shin-Tosu and then to Sasebo.
- Duration3h 25m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost¥11,775($86)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Motoyasu Pier Hiroshima then take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal and then to Sasebo.
- Duration7h 45m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥9,585($70)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then drive to Sasebo.
- Duration4h 25m
- Departsevery 15 mins
- Typical cost¥5,750($42)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Itsukushima and Sasebo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Itsukushima to Sasebo by ferry, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥5,750 ($42) and will take around 4h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥11,775 ($86).
The distance between Itsukushima and Sasebo is around 369km (230 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 269km (167 miles)
It takes around 3h 35m to get from Itsukushima and Sasebo by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Itsukushima to Sasebo is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx ¥11,775 ($86).
The cheapest way to travel between Itsukushima and Sasebo is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥5,750 ($42) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Itsukushima and Sasebo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Shin-Tosu and then to Sasebo. instead which will take 3h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Itsukushima and Sasebo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Shin-Tosu and then to Sasebo. instead which will take 3h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Itsukushima to Sasebo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Hakata and then to Sasebo. instead which will take 3h 35m.
The closest major airport to Sasebo is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Sasebo. Saga Airport (HSG) (HSG) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) 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 Sasebo. We recommend that you take a ferry to Miyajimaguchi then take the train to Hakata and then to Sasebo. instead which will take 3h 35m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Itsukushima to Sasebo is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ¥11,775 ($86).
Compare travel optionsbetween Itsukushima and Sasebo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry to Miyajimaguchi, train + 2 similar | 3h 25m | ¥11,775($86) | hourly | 381km (237 miles) |
| Ferry and Train | 3h 35m | ¥11,775($86) | hourly | 386km (240 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Bus | 4hrs | ¥10,680($78) | hourly | 419km (261 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 7h 45m | ¥9,585($70) | every 4 hours | 452km (281 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 4h 25m | ¥5,750($42) | every 15 mins | 369km (230 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Itsukushima and Sasebo
Ferry operators
JR Miyajima Ferry
Miyajima Matsudai Kisen
Aqua-net Hiroshima
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Train operators
Airports near Sasebo
The following major airports near Sasebo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
- Distance
- 35km (22 miles) from Sasebo
Saga Airport (HSG)
- Distance
- 55km (34 miles) from Sasebo
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Sasebo