Hōfu to Kure by train
Kure lies 94 km (59 mi) east of Hōfu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 31 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 115 km (71 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Hōfu | Kure | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 116,925 | 214,592 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 102 m (335 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Hōfu Station | Kure Station, Hiro Station, Shin-Hiro Station |
Where to book trains from Hōfu to Kure
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Common questions
How far is Kure from Hōfu?
94 km (59 mi) in a straight line, east of Hōfu; by road roughly 115 km (71 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hōfu to Kure by train?
About 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hōfu and Kure?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.