How to travel from Matsue to Shimoda, Japan
The distance between Matsue and Shimoda is around 715km (444 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 10m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Matsue to Shimoda by 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 Shimoda → Matsue if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Izumo (IZO) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda.
- Duration4h 10m
- Flight time1h 25m
- Typical cost¥34,090($250)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Okayama, Shin-Yokohama then Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda.
- Duration7h 20m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥27,655($200)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Shin-Osaka then take the train to Mishima then take the bus to Shimoda Sta..
- Duration9h 30m
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost¥19,305($140)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Matsue and Shimoda
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Matsue to Shimoda by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ¥12,730 ($95) and will take around 14h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥34,090 ($250).
The distance between Matsue and Shimoda is around 715km (444 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 544km (338 miles)
It takes around 7h 20m to get from Matsue and Shimoda by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 8h 5m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Matsue to Shimoda is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 10m and will set you back approx ¥34,090 ($250).
The cheapest way to travel between Matsue and Shimoda, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥12,730 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Matsue and Shimoda. It typically takes around 7h 20m and departs twice daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Matsue to Shimoda. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Okayama, Shin-Yokohama and Atami. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 7h 20m.
Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Matsue and Shimoda. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 7h 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 Matsue and Shimoda. We recommend that you fly from Izumo (IZO) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 4h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Matsue to Shimoda. We recommend that you fly from Izumo (IZO) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 4h 10m.
The closest major airport to Shimoda is Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) which is approximately 70km (44 miles) from Shimoda. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) 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 Matsue and Shimoda. The distance is around 724km (450 miles) by road and it will take around 8h 5m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Matsue to Shimoda is to take the train which takes, on average, 7h 20m and will usually cost around ¥27,655 ($200).
Compare travel optionsbetween Matsue and Shimoda
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 3 similar | 4h 10m | ¥34,090($250) | every 4 hours | 813km (505 miles) |
| Fly to Tokyo Haneda (HND), train | 4h 45m | ¥27,790($205) | every 4 hours | 799km (497 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5h 15m | ¥28,475($210) | 5 times a day | 804km (500 miles) |
| Fly to Nagoya Airfield (NKM), train | 5h 15m | ¥32,720($240) | every 4 hours | 715km (444 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 7h 20m | ¥27,655($200) | twice daily | 965km (600 miles) |
| Train via Okayama | 7h 45m | ¥23,685($175) | twice daily | 826km (513 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 9h 30m | ¥19,305($140) | 5 times a week | 760km (472 miles) |
| Bus to Kyōto, train | 14h 50m | ¥12,730($95) | twice daily | 737km (458 miles) |
Drive | 8h 5m | ¥10,815($79) | on demand | 724km (450 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Matsue and Shimoda
Bus companies
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Tokai Bus
Fujikyuko Express Bus
Train operators
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Airports near Shimoda
The following major airports near Shimoda offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
- Distance
- 70km (44 miles) from Shimoda
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 123km (77 miles) from Shimoda
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 179km (111 miles) from Shimoda