Day trip from Hiroshima to Higashihiroshima
Higashihiroshima lies 26 km (16 mi) east of Hiroshima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 26 km (16 mi) apart, Higashihiroshima is a realistic day trip from Hiroshima: about 26 min each way by road.
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| Hiroshima | Higashihiroshima | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 196,608 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 217 m (712 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
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Common questions
How far is Higashihiroshima from Hiroshima?
26 km (16 mi) in a straight line, east of Hiroshima; by road roughly 32 km (20 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Higashihiroshima by road?
About 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hiroshima and Higashihiroshima?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
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.