Hiroshima to Kawaguchi by train
Kawaguchi lies 679 km (422 mi) east of Hiroshima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 43 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 828 km (514 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Hiroshima | Kawaguchi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 607,373 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Hiroshima Station, Yano Station, Shimo-Gion Station | Kawaguchi Station, Nishi-Kawaguchi Station, Higashi-Kawaguchi Station |
| Postal codes | 061-1122–944-0002 | 015-0051–999-5203 |
Where to book trains from Hiroshima to Kawaguchi
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Staying in Kawaguchi
Our booking partner lists 45 places to stay in Kawaguchi. Of the 25 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (21). Across 10 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 3,323 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kawaguchi from Hiroshima?
679 km (422 mi) in a straight line, east of Hiroshima; by road roughly 828 km (514 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Kawaguchi by train?
About 3 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hiroshima and Kawaguchi?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kawaguchi?
Our booking partner lists 45 places to stay in Kawaguchi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.