How to travel from Tohoku to Nishinoshima, Japan
The distance between Tohoku and Nishinoshima is around 1,098km (682 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 7h 35m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Tohoku to Nishinoshima by train, plane, ferry, bus and taxi. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Nishinoshima → Tohoku if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Sendai (SDJ) to Izumo (IZO) then take a ferry to Beppu Port.
- Duration7h 35m
- Flight time2h 10m
- Typical cost¥65,025($475)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Tokyo then Okayama and then to Yonago then take a ferry to Beppu Port.
- Duration12h 45m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥55,035($400)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Sendai Station then Tokyo Disneyland and then to Matsue Station then take a ferry to Beppu Port.
- Duration24h 35m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥49,420($360)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tohoku and Nishinoshima
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tohoku to Nishinoshima by train, plane, ferry, bus and taxi. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around ¥49,420 ($360) and will take around 24h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 7h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥65,025 ($475).
The distance between Tohoku and Nishinoshima is around 1,098km (682 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 885km (550 miles)
It takes around 7h 45m to get from Tohoku and Nishinoshima by train, plane and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Tohoku to Nishinoshima is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 7h 35m and will set you back approx ¥65,025 ($475).
The cheapest way to travel between Tohoku and Nishinoshima is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥49,420 ($360) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Tohoku and Nishinoshima. We recommend that you fly from Sendai (SDJ) to Izumo (IZO) then take a ferry to Beppu Port. instead which will take 7h 35m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tohoku and Nishinoshima. We recommend that you fly from Sendai (SDJ) to Izumo (IZO) then take a ferry to Beppu Port. instead which will take 7h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tohoku to Nishinoshima. We recommend that you take the train to Sakurambohigashine then fly from Yamagata (GAJ) to Izumo (IZO) then take a ferry to Beppu Port. instead which will take 7h 45m.
The closest major airport to Nishinoshima is Oki Island Airport (OKI) (OKI) which is approximately 30km (19 miles) from Nishinoshima. Miho Airport (YGJ) (YGJ) 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 Tohoku to Nishinoshima. We recommend that you take the train to Sakurambohigashine then fly from Yamagata (GAJ) to Izumo (IZO) then take a ferry to Beppu Port. instead which will take 7h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tohoku to Nishinoshima is to take the train, then fly and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 7h 45m and will usually cost around ¥61,470 ($450).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tohoku and Nishinoshima
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry + 2 similar | 7h 35m | ¥65,025($475) | twice daily | 1,146km (712 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Ferry | 7h 45m | ¥61,470($450) | twice daily | 1,134km (705 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Ferry | 10h 30m | ¥52,020($380) | once daily | 1,098km (682 miles) |
Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 12h 45m | ¥55,035($400) | once daily | 1,375km (855 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Ferry | 18h 20m | ¥52,570($385) | once daily | 1,334km (829 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 24h 35m | ¥49,420($360) | once daily | 1,429km (888 miles) |
| Taxi, Bus and Ferry | 22h 55m | ¥52,160($380) | once daily | 1,353km (841 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tohoku and Nishinoshima
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Ibex Airlines
Ferry operators
Oki Kisen
Bus companies
Nihon Kotsu
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Willer Express
Train operators
Airports near Nishinoshima
The following major airports near Nishinoshima offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Oki Island Airport (OKI)
- Distance
- 30km (19 miles) from Nishinoshima
Miho Airport (YGJ)
- Distance
- 70km (43 miles) from Nishinoshima
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 275km (171 miles) from Nishinoshima