How to travel from Naha to Itsukushima, Japan
The distance between Naha and Itsukushima is around 1,017km (632 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 35m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Naha to Itsukushima by plane, bus, ferry and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Itsukushima → Naha if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Iwakuni Kintaikyo (IWK) then take a ferry to Miyajima.
- Duration2h 35m
- Flight time1h 45m
- Typical cost¥20,535($150)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to 鹿児島新港 新港待合所 then take the train to Hiroshima then take a ferry to Miyajima.
- Duration1 day 4h
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost¥29,295($215)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naha and Itsukushima
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Naha to Itsukushima by plane, bus, ferry and train. The cheapest option is to fly and then take a ferry which costs around ¥20,535 ($150) and will take around 2h 35m.
The distance between Naha and Itsukushima is around 1,017km (632 miles).
It takes around 3h 25m to get from Naha and Itsukushima by plane, bus and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Naha to Itsukushima is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ¥20,535 ($150).
The cheapest way to travel between Naha and Itsukushima is to fly and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥20,535 ($150) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Naha and Itsukushima. We recommend that you fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Iwakuni Kintaikyo (IWK) then take a ferry to Miyajima. instead which will take 2h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Naha and Itsukushima. We recommend that you fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Iwakuni Kintaikyo (IWK) then take a ferry to Miyajima. instead which will take 2h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Naha to Itsukushima. We recommend that you fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Hiroshima (HIJ) then take the bus to Hiroshima Shinkansenguchi then take a ferry to Miyajima. instead which will take 3h 25m.
The closest major airport to Itsukushima is Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK) (IWK) which is approximately 17km (10 miles) from Itsukushima. 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 Naha to Itsukushima. We recommend that you fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Hiroshima (HIJ) then take the bus to Hiroshima Shinkansenguchi then take a ferry to Miyajima. instead which will take 3h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naha to Itsukushima is to fly, then take the bus and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around ¥21,630 ($160).
Compare travel optionsbetween Naha and Itsukushima
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry + 5 similar | 2h 35m | ¥20,535($150) | every 4 hours | 1,017km (632 miles) |
| Fly to Matsuyama (MYJ), ferry | 4h 30m | ¥29,980($220) | every 4 hours | 1,075km (668 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Ferry | 3h 25m | ¥21,630($160) | every 20 mins | 1,122km (697 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Ferry | 3h 40m | ¥20,535($150) | every 20 mins | 1,143km (710 miles) |
| Fly to Okayama (OKJ), train and ferry | 3h 50m | ¥21,630($160) | every 2 hours | 1,310km (814 miles) |
| Fly to Takamatsu (TAK), train and ferry | 5hrs | ¥31,075($225) | hourly | 1,340km (833 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 1 day 4h | ¥29,295($215) | 5 times a week | 1,257km (781 miles) |
| Ferry to 名瀬港 船客待合所, train | 1 day 9h | ¥34,635($255) | twice a week | 1,322km (822 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Train | 1 day 7h | ¥28,200($205) | 5 times a week | 1,395km (867 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Naha and Itsukushima
Ferry operators
JR Miyajima Ferry
Miyajima Matsudai Kisen
Setonaikaikisen
A Line
Marix Line
Train operators
Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
Solaseed Air
Japan Transocean Air
Bus companies
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Yanbaru Express
Nishitetsu
Airports near Itsukushima
The following major airports near Itsukushima offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK)
- Distance
- 17km (10 miles) from Itsukushima
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 188km (117 miles) from Itsukushima
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 270km (168 miles) from Itsukushima