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21 h 53 min
606 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shimonoseki to Hofu

Composite routes from Shimonoseki to Hofu

Cheapest
21 h 53 min
Car
606 km.
from $33
Fastest
1 h 16 min
Plane

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Other from Shin-Shimonoseki to Shin-Yamaguchi
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$31.76

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-00-2486
Website:
jr-odekake.net/
Other from Shimonoseki to Hōfu
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Other from Shin-Shimonoseki to Shin-Yamaguchi
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Other from Shin-Yamaguchi to Hōfu
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu?

The cheapest way to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu is to drive which costs $8.15 - $13.04 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu?

The fastest way to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $8.15 - $13.04 .

Is there a direct train between Shimonoseki and Hōfu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shimonoseki and arriving at Hōfu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Shimonoseki to Hōfu?

The distance between Shimonoseki and Hōfu is 87 km. The road distance is 82.1 km.

How do I travel from Shimonoseki to Hōfu without a car?

The best way to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Shimonoseki to Hōfu?

The train from Shimonoseki to Hōfu takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Shimonoseki to Hōfu train from?

Shimonoseki to Hōfu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shimonoseki station.

Where does the Shimonoseki to Hōfu train arrive?

Shimonoseki to Hōfu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Hōfu station.

Can I drive from Shimonoseki to Hōfu?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimonoseki to Hōfu is 82 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Shimonoseki to Hōfu.

Where can I stay near Hōfu?

There are 46+ hotels available in Hōfu. Prices start at $22.63 per night.
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