How to travel from Maniwa to Miyajima, Japan
The distance between Maniwa and Miyajima is around 211km (131 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 20m.
2 routes found
We've found 2 different ways to get from Maniwa to Miyajima by bus, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Miyajima → Maniwa if you're planning a return trip.
Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Okayama Sta. then take the train to Hiroshima then take a ferry to Miyajima.
- Duration2h 55m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥7,805($57)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Miyajimaguchi then take a ferry to Miyajima.
- Duration2h 20m
- Departsevery 15 mins
- Typical cost¥3,420($25)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Maniwa and Miyajima
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Maniwa to Miyajima by bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥3,420 ($25) and will take around 2h 20m.
The distance between Maniwa and Miyajima is around 211km (131 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 160km (99 miles)
It takes around 2h 55m to get from Maniwa and Miyajima by bus, train and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Maniwa to Miyajima is to drive and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ¥3,420 ($25).
The cheapest way to travel between Maniwa and Miyajima is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥3,420 ($25) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Maniwa and Miyajima. We recommend that you drive to Miyajimaguchi then take a ferry to Miyajima. instead which will take 2h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Maniwa and Miyajima. We recommend that you drive to Miyajimaguchi then take a ferry to Miyajima. instead which will take 2h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Maniwa to Miyajima. We recommend that you take the bus to Okayama Sta. then take the train to Hiroshima then take a ferry to Miyajima. instead which will take 2h 55m.
The closest major airport to Miyajima is Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK) (IWK) which is approximately 17km (10 miles) from Miyajima. Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) 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 Maniwa to Miyajima. We recommend that you take the bus to Okayama Sta. then take the train to Hiroshima then take a ferry to Miyajima. instead which will take 2h 55m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Maniwa to Miyajima is to take the bus, then take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around ¥7,805 ($57).
Compare travel optionsbetween Maniwa and Miyajima
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus, Train and Ferry | 2h 55m | ¥7,805($57) | twice daily | 255km (158 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 2h 20m | ¥3,420($25) | every 15 mins | 211km (131 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Maniwa and Miyajima
Ferry operators
JR Miyajima Ferry
Miyajima Matsudai Kisen
Bus companies
Chutetsu Bus
Train operators
Airports near Miyajima
The following major airports near Miyajima offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK)
- Distance
- 17km (10 miles) from Miyajima
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 188km (117 miles) from Miyajima
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 270km (168 miles) from Miyajima