How to travel from Onomichi to Shimoda, Japan
The distance between Onomichi and Shimoda is around 693km (431 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 30m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Onomichi 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 → Onomichi if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Shiraichi then fly from Hiroshima (HIJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda.
- Duration4h 30m
- Flight time1h 20m
- Typical cost¥26,285($190)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda.
- Duration5h 30m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥18,755($135)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Shin-Kobe and then to Mishima then take the bus to Shimoda Sta..
- Duration5h 25m
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost¥22,315($165)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Onomichi and Shimoda
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Onomichi to Shimoda by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ¥12,045 ($88) and will take around 15h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥26,285 ($190).
The distance between Onomichi and Shimoda is around 693km (431 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 527km (327 miles)
It takes around 5h 30m to get from Onomichi and Shimoda by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 50m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Onomichi to Shimoda is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx ¥26,285 ($190).
The cheapest way to travel between Onomichi and Shimoda, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥12,045 ($88) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Onomichi and Shimoda. It typically takes around 5h 30m and departs once daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Onomichi to Shimoda. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Atami. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 5h 30m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen, Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Onomichi and Shimoda. Trains depart once daily and will take around 5h 30m, 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 Onomichi and Shimoda. We recommend that you take the train to Shiraichi then fly from Hiroshima (HIJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 4h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Onomichi to Shimoda. We recommend that you take the bus to Jr Matsuyama Station then fly from Matsuyama (MYJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 6h 20m.
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 Onomichi and Shimoda. The distance is around 693km (431 miles) by road and it will take around 7h 50m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Onomichi to Shimoda is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around ¥18,755 ($135).
Compare travel optionsbetween Onomichi and Shimoda
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 5 similar | 4h 30m | ¥26,285($190) | every 4 hours | 879km (546 miles) |
| Train to Shin-Kurashiki, plane | 4h 35m | ¥27,245($200) | 5 times a day | 794km (494 miles) |
| Train to Shiraichi, plane | 5h 20m | ¥21,220($155) | every 4 hours | 1,005km (624 miles) |
| Train to Okayama, plane | 5h 45m | ¥28,340($205) | every 4 hours | 872km (542 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 6h 20m | ¥45,585($335) | 4 times a week | 951km (591 miles) |
| Bus to Jr Matsuyama Station, plane and train | 7h 30m | ¥27,790($205) | 4 times a week | 854km (530 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 5h 30m | ¥18,755($135) | once daily | 713km (443 miles) |
| Train via Shin-Osaka | 6h 30m | ¥19,575($145) | hourly | 713km (443 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 5h 25m | ¥22,315($165) | 5 times a week | 706km (438 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 15h 50m | ¥12,045($88) | once daily | 748km (465 miles) |
Drive | 7h 50m | ¥10,405($76) | on demand | 693km (431 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Onomichi and Shimoda
Bus companies
Tokai Bus
Chugoku Bus
Fujikyuko Express Bus
Iyotetsu
Train operators
Narita Express (N'EX)
Airlines
Ibex Airlines
Spring Airlines Japan
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