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06:00
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Travel duration
1h 32m
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Hiroshima
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1h 19m
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2h 47m
Trains to Hiroshima
Inbound long-distance trains reach Hiroshima at Hiroshima Station. Sanyo Shinkansen services arrive from Shin-Osaka in around 1h25m, from Kyoto in roughly 1h40m, and from Tokyo in about 3h50m on the fastest through services. Trains from Okayama arrive in around 35m. Westbound Shinkansen services from Hakata reach Hiroshima in about 1h05m, while trains from Shin-Yamaguchi take around 30m. Regional JR West services also arrive at Hiroshima Station from Miyajimaguchi in about 30m and from Kure in around 45m, depending on the stopping pattern.
Visiting Hiroshima
Hiroshima is a major rail hub in western Honshu, positioned on the Sanyo Shinkansen between the Kansai region and Kyushu. The city has one primary long-distance train station, Hiroshima Station, with several secondary JR stations serving local and regional movements. JR West is the main operator in Hiroshima, while through Shinkansen services also link the city with JR Central and JR Kyushu territory.
Trains from Hiroshima include high-speed Sanyo Shinkansen services, limited-stop intercity trains on JR West corridors, and regional trains on the Sanyo Main Line, Kure Line, Geibi Line, and Kabe Line. Hiroshima Station is the main train station for bullet train departures and most intercity rail services. Yokogawa, Shin-Hakushima, and Nishi-Hiroshima handle regional rail trips within the urban rail area.
Rail routes from Hiroshima run east toward Okayama, Kobe, Osaka, Kyoto, and Tokyo, west toward Shin-Yamaguchi, Kokura, and Hakata, south-east toward Kure, and north into inland Hiroshima Prefecture. Miyajimaguchi is a key rail stop for passengers continuing toward the ferry area near Miyajima. Book trains from and to Hiroshima online at Rail Monsters.
Popular routes from Hiroshima
From Hiroshima Station, Sanyo Shinkansen services run east toward Okayama, Kobe, Shin-Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, and Tokyo. JR West operates the Sanyo Shinkansen section serving Hiroshima, with some through trains continuing onto JR Central territory on the Tokaido Shinkansen. Westbound bullet train services run toward Shin-Yamaguchi, Kokura, Hakata, and Kyushu through routes.
Regional JR West trains from Hiroshima serve coastal and inland corridors. The Sanyo Main Line runs west toward Miyajimaguchi and east toward the Okayama side of the region, while the Kure Line follows the coastal corridor toward Kure. The Geibi Line and Kabe Line connect Hiroshima with inland communities in Hiroshima Prefecture.
Hiroshima
Hiroshima - A coastal city known for the Peace Memorial Park and Itsukushima nearby. Hiroshima Station is the main rail hub for western Honshu services.
Hiroshima Station
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1h 32m
Osaka
Osaka - A major commercial center in the Kansai region with Shin-Osaka as the Shinkansen gateway. Known for Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, and extensive rail connections.
Shin-Osaka Station
StationTrain Operators Serving Hiroshima
JR West is the principal operator in Hiroshima, running Sanyo Shinkansen services at Hiroshima Station and regional trains on the Sanyo Main Line, Kure Line, Geibi Line, and Kabe Line. JR Central participates in through Tokaido Shinkansen services that continue beyond Shin-Osaka toward eastern Japan. JR Kyushu participates in through Shinkansen services between the Sanyo and Kyushu networks. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for these operators on Hiroshima routes.
Destinations from Hiroshima
Rail service types from Hiroshima Station
Daytime bullet train services: Sanyo Shinkansen trains from Hiroshima Station toward Shin-Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, Tokyo, Kokura, Hakata, and Kyushu through routes. Regional coastal services: JR West trains on the Sanyo Main Line and Kure Line toward Miyajimaguchi, Iwakuni, Kure, and the eastern Hiroshima Prefecture corridor. Inland regional services: JR West Geibi Line and Kabe Line trains serving northern and inland parts of the Hiroshima area. Airport services: Hiroshima Airport is reached by road transfer rather than a direct airport rail link.
Travel from Hiroshima to Tokyo by Shinkansen and see the Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima before arriving at Tokyo Station for the Imperial Palace and Ginza shopping district
Hiroshima
Japan
3h 54m
Tokyo
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Travel from Hiroshima to Kyoto by Shinkansen and visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera, and the historic Gion district
Hiroshima
Japan
1h 39m
Kyoto
Japan
Travel from Hiroshima to Nagoya by Shinkansen and visit the historic Nagoya Castle or the Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology.
Hiroshima
Japan
2h 15m
Nagoya
Japan
Travel from Hiroshima to Onomichi by Shinkansen or local train and explore the Temple Walk or begin the Shimanami Kaido cycling route across islands.
Hiroshima
Japan
35m
Onomichi
Japan
Travel from Hiroshima to Yokohama by Shinkansen and visit Sankeien Garden or explore the vibrant Minato Mirai 21 district and the Cup Noodles Museum.
Hiroshima
Japan
3h 35m
Yokohama
Japan
Travel from Hiroshima to Iwakuni by Shinkansen and visit the iconic Kintai Bridge or explore the historical Iwakuni Castle and Kikko Park.
Hiroshima
Japan
13m
Iwakuni
Japan
Travel from Hiroshima to Shinagawa by Shinkansen and reach the Tokyo metropolitan area directly to explore the Maxell Aqua Park or Sengakuji Temple.
Hiroshima
Japan
3h 46m
Shinagawa
Japan
Travel from Hiroshima to Kagoshima by Shinkansen and visit the active Sakurajima volcano or explore the historic Sengan-en Garden and Shiroyama Park.
Hiroshima
Japan
2h 29m
Kagoshima
Japan
Travel from Hiroshima to Kumamoto by Shinkansen and visit the historic Kumamoto Castle or explore the volcanic landscapes of Mount Aso.
Hiroshima
Japan
1h 42m
Kumamoto
Japan
Travel from Hiroshima to Kurashiki by Shinkansen to explore the historic Bikan Historical Quarter or see the traditional Ohara Museum of Art.
Hiroshima
Japan
59m
Kurashiki
Japan
Hiroshima Major Train Stations
Hiroshima Station is the city's main rail hub, used by JR West Sanyo Shinkansen services, Sanyo Main Line trains, Kure Line trains, Geibi Line trains, and Kabe Line services. Yokogawa Station is a regional stop west of the center, serving JR local lines and urban rail movements. Shin-Hakushima Station links JR regional services with local city transport outside the intercity rail network. Nishi-Hiroshima Station serves westbound JR regional trains, including trips toward Miyajimaguchi. Inter-station transfers within Hiroshima usually route through Hiroshima Station for Shinkansen and long-distance departures. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.
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JR West operates passenger trains across western Japan.