How to travel from Oita to Onomichi, Japan

The distance between Oita and Onomichi is around 265km (164 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 45m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Oita to Onomichi by train, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out OnomichiOita if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Kokura and then to Fukuyama.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥15,470($115)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

1 similiar route

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Kosoku Amagi and then to Hakata Bus Terminal then take the train to Fukuyama.

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥17,660($130)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry and Car

Take a ferry to Misaki then drive to Onomichi.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥4,655($34)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Oita and Onomichi

There are several options for getting from Oita to Onomichi by train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥4,655 ($34) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥15,470 ($115).

The distance between Oita and Onomichi is around 265km (164 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 197km (122 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Oita and Onomichi by train.

The quickest way to get from Oita to Onomichi is to take the train which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ¥15,470 ($115).

The cheapest way to travel between Oita and Onomichi is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥4,655 ($34) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Oita and Onomichi. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Oita to Onomichi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kokura and Fukuyama. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Oita and Onomichi. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 45m, 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 Oita and Onomichi. We recommend that you take the train to Kokura and then to Fukuyama. instead which will take 2h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Oita to Onomichi. We recommend that you take the train to Kokura and then to Fukuyama. instead which will take 2h 45m.

The closest major airport to Onomichi is Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) (HIJ) which is approximately 26km (16 miles) from Onomichi. Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) 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 Oita to Onomichi. We recommend that you take the train to Kokura and then to Fukuyama. instead which will take 2h 45m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Oita to Onomichi is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around ¥15,470 ($115).

How do I get from Oita to Onomichi

Compare travel optionsbetween Oita and Onomichi

Transport options from Oita to Onomichi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 45m
¥15,470($115)
hourly427km (265 miles)
Train via Kokura4hrs
¥13,005($95)
hourly393km (244 miles)
Bus and Train
4h 35m
¥17,660($130)
every 4 hours545km (339 miles)
Ferry and Car
4hrs
¥4,655($34)
hourly265km (164 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Oita and Onomichi

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Airports near Onomichi

The following major airports near Onomichi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

HIJ
Hiroshima Airport (HIJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
26km (16 miles) from Onomichi
KIX
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
International Airport
Distance
187km (116 miles) from Onomichi
FUK
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
International Airport
Distance
271km (168 miles) from Onomichi