How to travel from Tanegashima to Shikoku, Japan
The distance between Tanegashima and Shikoku is around 542km (337 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 20m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Tanegashima to Shikoku by ferry, 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 Shikoku → Tanegashima if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Kochi (KCZ).
- Duration4h 50m
- Flight time3h 35m
- Typical cost¥41,070($300)
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then Matsuyama IC and then to Harimayabashi.
- Duration18h 40m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost¥26,150($190)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Okayama and then to Kochi(Kochi).
- Duration8h 15m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥30,255($220)
Multiple operators
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then drive to Kokura Port then take a ferry to Matsuyama Kankō Port then drive to Kōchi.
- Duration15h 5m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥25,055($185)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tanegashima and Shikoku
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tanegashima to Shikoku by ferry, train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥25,055 ($185) and will take around 15h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥27,105 ($200).
The distance between Tanegashima and Shikoku is around 542km (337 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 399km (248 miles)
It takes around 8h 15m to get from Tanegashima and Shikoku by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Tanegashima to Shikoku is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ¥27,105 ($200).
The cheapest way to travel between Tanegashima and Shikoku is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥25,055 ($185) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Tanegashima and Shikoku. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Matsuyama (MYJ) then take the train to Niihama. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tanegashima and Shikoku. We recommend that you fly from Tanegashima (TNE) to Matsuyama (MYJ) then take the train to Niihama. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Tanegashima and Shikoku. Flights depart from Tanegashima (TNE) and arrive at Kochi (KCZ) - via Kagoshima (KOJ). The flight takes around 3h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Tanegashima to Shikoku. There is however a flight that goes via Kagoshima (KOJ) and Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 50m (not including layover time).
The flight from Tanegashima to Shikoku typically takes around 3h 35m. Flights depart from Tanegashima (TNE) and and arrive into Kochi (KCZ).
The closest major airport to Shikoku is Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ) (KCZ) which is approximately 28km (17 miles) from Shikoku. 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 Tanegashima to Shikoku. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Okayama and then to Kochi(Kochi). instead which will take 8h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tanegashima to Shikoku is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 8h 15m and will usually cost around ¥30,255 ($220).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tanegashima and Shikoku
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 4h 50m | ¥41,070($300) | hourly | 1,724km (1,072 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3h 20m | ¥27,105($200) | hourly | 542km (337 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 18h 40m | ¥26,150($190) | 3 times a week | 1,143km (710 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 8h 15m | ¥30,255($220) | 5 times a day | 953km (592 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 11hrs | ¥28,885($210) | 5 times a day | 1,068km (664 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 15h 5m | ¥25,055($185) | once daily | 772km (480 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tanegashima and Shikoku
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Ryobi Express
Iyotetsu
JR Shikoku Bus
Train operators
Airlines
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Kokura Ferry
Airports near Shikoku
The following major airports near Shikoku offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
- Distance
- 28km (17 miles) from Shikoku
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 198km (123 miles) from Shikoku
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 271km (169 miles) from Shikoku