How to travel from Nishinoshima to Masuda, Japan
The distance between Nishinoshima and Masuda is around 255km (159 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes around 4h 50m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Nishinoshima to Masuda by ferry, train and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Masuda → Nishinoshima if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Shichirui Port then take the train to Masuda.
- Duration4h 50m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥14,920($110)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Sakaiminato then fly from Yonago (YGJ) to Iwami (IWJ).
- Duration6h 30m
- Flight time3hrs
- Typical cost¥36,690($270)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nishinoshima and Masuda
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Nishinoshima to Masuda by ferry, train and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around ¥11,910 ($87) and will take around 4h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥14,920 ($110).
The distance between Nishinoshima and Masuda is around 255km (159 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 189km (118 miles)
It takes around 4h 50m to get from Nishinoshima and Masuda by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Nishinoshima to Masuda is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx ¥14,920 ($110).
The cheapest way to travel between Nishinoshima and Masuda is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥11,910 ($87) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Nishinoshima and Masuda. We recommend that you take a ferry to Shichirui Port then take the train to Masuda. instead which will take 4h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Nishinoshima and Masuda. We recommend that you take a ferry to Shichirui Port then take the train to Masuda. instead which will take 4h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nishinoshima to Masuda. We recommend that you take a ferry to Sakaiminato then fly from Yonago (YGJ) to Iwami (IWJ). instead which will take 6h 30m.
The closest major airport to Masuda is Hagi-Iwami Airport (IWJ) (IWJ) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Masuda. Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK) (IWK) 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 Nishinoshima to Masuda. We recommend that you take a ferry to Shichirui Port then take the train to Masuda. instead which will take 4h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nishinoshima to Masuda is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ¥14,920 ($110).
Compare travel optionsbetween Nishinoshima and Masuda
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 4h 50m | ¥14,920($110) | once daily | 295km (183 miles) |
| Ferry to Shichirui, Train | 4h 60m | ¥11,910($87) | twice daily | 255km (159 miles) |
| Ferry to Sakaiminato, Train | 6h 15m | ¥11,910($87) | once daily | 298km (185 miles) |
Ferry and Plane | 6h 30m | ¥36,690($270) | once daily | 1,425km (886 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Nishinoshima and Masuda
Ferry operators
Oki Kisen
Airlines
Train operators
Airports near Masuda
The following major airports near Masuda offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Hagi-Iwami Airport (IWJ)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Masuda
Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport (IWK)
- Distance
- 70km (43 miles) from Masuda
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 177km (110 miles) from Masuda