Hiroshima to Izumo by train
Izumo lies 111 km (69 mi) north of Hiroshima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 37 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 136 km (84 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Hiroshima | Izumo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 172,775 |
| 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 | Naoe Station, Shōbara Station, Nishi-Izumo Station |
| Postal codes | 061-1122–944-0002 | 044-0064–925-0215 |
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Common questions
How far is Izumo from Hiroshima?
111 km (69 mi) in a straight line, north of Hiroshima; by road roughly 136 km (84 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Izumo by train?
About 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hiroshima and Izumo?
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.