Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima
Airport limousine buses run from Hiroshima Airport to Hiroshima Station in about 45–55 minutes. Taxis are very expensive for the long distance, so the bus is the normal choice.
Many visitors reach Hiroshima by Shinkansen from Osaka (Kansai or Itami) or Tokyo instead of flying, as the airport is far from the city.
Best for most people: Bus. The limousine bus is direct, frequent and handles luggage easily at a fraction of the taxi fare.
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| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus Airport limousine bus from outside Arrivals to Hiroshima Station (Shinkansen exit side) | about 45–55 min | every 15–30 min, timed with flights | about ¥1,400–1,500 | matched to flight times; check last departures | Buy tickets at the machine near the stop or pay by IC card. |
| bus + train Bus to JR Shiraichi Station, then JR Sanyo Line local trains to Hiroshima | about 1 h 15 min | slightly cheaper than the limousine bus | Only worth it with a JR pass or light luggage. | ||
| taxi Taxi rank outside Arrivals | about 45–60 min | about ¥15,000–20,000 or more, plus tolls | Shared jumbo taxis may be bookable in advance; check with operators. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- From Hiroshima Station, trams run to the Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome.
- Miyajima is reached by JR train or tram to Miyajimaguchi, then a short ferry.
- If arriving from Osaka or Tokyo, the Shinkansen is often faster door to door than flying.
- IC cards such as ICOCA work on the limousine bus and city trams.
Common questions
How do I get from Hiroshima Airport to the city?
Take the airport limousine bus from outside Arrivals to Hiroshima Station. It takes about 45–55 minutes and costs about ¥1,400–1,500. Buses are timed with flights. From the station, trams and buses reach the Peace Memorial Park and most hotels in about 15–20 minutes.
How much is a taxi from Hiroshima Airport?
The airport is about 50 km from the city, so a taxi costs about ¥15,000–20,000 or more including expressway tolls. For most travellers the limousine bus is much better value. Groups can look into pre-booked shared airport taxis, which may cost less per person.
Should I fly into Hiroshima or take the Shinkansen?
From Tokyo, the Shinkansen takes about four hours city centre to city centre, while flying plus the airport bus takes a similar time once you add check-in. From Osaka, the Shinkansen takes about 1.5 hours and is clearly easier. The Japan Rail Pass covers most Shinkansen.
Does the bus run at night?
Limousine buses are timed to meet arriving flights, including the last evening arrivals, but they do not run all night. If your flight is badly delayed, check with the bus counter or airport information. Taxis wait outside, though the fare to the city is high.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.