Kawasaki to Iwakuni by train
Iwakuni lies 700 km (435 mi) west of Kawasaki, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 50 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 855 km (531 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kawasaki | Iwakuni | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 129,125 |
| Elevation | 1 m (3 ft) | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Minami-Iwakuni Station, Shin-Iwakuni Station, Suō-Takamori Station |
| Postal codes | 018-1605–999-3192 | 741-0062 |
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Common questions
How far is Iwakuni from Kawasaki?
700 km (435 mi) in a straight line, west of Kawasaki; by road roughly 855 km (531 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kawasaki to Iwakuni by train?
About 3 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kawasaki and Iwakuni?
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.