Hiroshima to Ube by train
Ube lies 121 km (75 mi) south-west of Hiroshima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 40 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 148 km (92 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Hiroshima | Ube | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.2 million | 173,733 |
| 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 | Tsumazaki Station, Nagato-Nagasawa Station, Iwahana Station |
| Postal codes | 061-1122–944-0002 | 752-0923 |
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Common questions
How far is Ube from Hiroshima?
121 km (75 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Hiroshima; by road roughly 148 km (92 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Ube by train?
About 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hiroshima and Ube?
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.