How to travel from Yakushima Island to Shikoku, Japan
The distance between Yakushima Island and Shikoku is around 547km (340 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 55m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Yakushima Island to Shikoku by plane, 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 Shikoku → Yakushima Island if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Kochi (KCZ).
- Duration2h 55m
- Flight time2hrs
- Typical cost¥19,165($140)
+ 2 others2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then Matsuyama IC and then to Harimayabashi.
- Duration19h 40m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost¥27,655($200)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Kagoshima then take the train to Okayama and then to Kochi(Kochi).
- Duration9h 15m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥31,760($230)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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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.
- Duration16h 5m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥26,560($195)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yakushima Island and Shikoku
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Yakushima Island to Shikoku by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around ¥19,165 ($140) and will take around 2h 55m.
The distance between Yakushima Island and Shikoku is around 547km (340 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 447km (278 miles)
It takes around 3h 5m to get from Yakushima Island and Shikoku by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Yakushima Island to Shikoku is to fly which takes around 2h 55m and will set you back approx ¥19,165 ($140).
The cheapest way to travel between Yakushima Island and Shikoku is to fly which will typically cost around ¥19,165 ($140) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Yakushima Island and Shikoku. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Kochi (KCZ). instead which will take 2h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Yakushima Island and Shikoku. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Kochi (KCZ). instead which will take 2h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Yakushima Island and Shikoku. Flights depart from Yakushima (KUM) and arrive at Kochi (KCZ) - via Fukuoka (FUK). The flight takes around 2hrs.
There is no direct flight from Yakushima Island to Shikoku. There is however a flight that goes via Fukuoka (FUK). This services will take at least 2h 55m (not including layover time).
The flight from Yakushima Island to Shikoku typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Yakushima (KUM) 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 Yakushima Island to Shikoku. We recommend that you fly from Yakushima (KUM) to Matsuyama (MYJ) then take the train to Niihama. instead which will take 3h 5m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yakushima Island to Shikoku is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 5m and will usually cost around ¥20,260 ($150).
Compare travel optionsbetween Yakushima Island and Shikoku
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 2h 55m | ¥19,165($140) | hourly | 690km (429 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3h 5m | ¥20,260($150) | hourly | 547km (340 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Train | 4h 35m | ¥25,735($190) | hourly | 919km (571 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 19h 40m | ¥27,655($200) | 3 times a week | 1,154km (717 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 9h 15m | ¥31,760($230) | 5 times a day | 964km (599 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Train | 11h 10m | ¥31,760($230) | once daily | 1,088km (676 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 16h 5m | ¥26,560($195) | once daily | 783km (487 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Yakushima Island and Shikoku
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Ferry operators
Toppy & Rocket
Kokura Ferry
Bus companies
Tokushima Bus Co
Nishitetsu
Ryobi Express
JR Shikoku Bus
Train operators
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