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Kurealine (Express Bus)

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Kurealine (Express Bus)

Travel easily between tourist attractions in Hiroshima and Kure without changing buses!

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An express bus connecting central Hiroshima and central Kure, operated by Hiroshima Electric Railway and Chugoku JR Bus. The route travels along the Hiroshima-Kure Road, a toll road whose nickname, “Kurealine,” is also used as the bus route’s name.

Buses run every 15 to 20 minutes daily. All seats are unreserved, and no reservations are required, making the service a popular means of transportation for local residents. Bus stops are also within walking distance of tourist attractions such as Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima and the JMSDF Kure Museum (Tetsu no Kujira Kan) and Yamato Museum in Kure. With direct access to each attraction without transfers, the bus is also convenient for travelers.

On buses bound for Kure, stops in Hiroshima are for boarding only, while stops in Kure are for drop-off only. On buses bound for Hiroshima, stops in Kure are for boarding only, while stops in Hiroshima are for drop-off only. Express services skip certain stops, and starting points, final destinations, and stops may vary by service, so be sure to check in advance.

Highlights

  • An express bus connecting Hiroshima and Kure.
  • Direct travel from Peace Memorial Park to the JMSDF Kure Museum (Tetsu no Kujira Kan) and Yamato Museum without transfers.
  • Be aware that stops are designated for either boarding or drop-off only.

Photos

  • Hiroshima Electric Railway’s Kurealine express bus

    Hiroshima Electric Railway’s Kurealine express bus

  • Chugoku JR Bus’s Kurealine express bus

    Chugoku JR Bus’s Kurealine express bus

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do I need a reservation to board?
A

No reservation is required.

Q

Do I need a passport or other form of identification to purchase a ticket?
A

No identification is required. Pay the fare in cash or with an IC card when you get off the bus.

Reviews

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Some reviews are AI-translated.

  • Linda Liao
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    If you're planning to travel from Hiroshima to Kure, you can take the highway bus instead of JR. It goes directly from central Hiroshima to Kure Station without any transfers, making it very convenient for travelers staying in the city center. Along the way, you can enjoy views of Hiroshima and the Seto Inland Sea. The whole trip is simple and easy, making it a good option for a day trip to Kure.

Details

Name in Japanese
クレアライン（高速バス）
Phone
0570-550700 (Hiroshima Electric Railway Co., Ltd., Hiroden Tram and Bus Telephone Center)
0570-010-666 (Chugoku JR Bus Co., Ltd., Customer Service Center)
Operating days
Daily
Hours
Weekdays: Hiroshima-bound buses depart from Aga Station from 5:50 a.m. to 5:44 p.m., and from Kure Station from 5:44 a.m. to 9:20 p.m.
Kure-bound buses depart from Hiroshima Bus Center from 6:10 a.m. to 10:25 p.m.
Weekends and national holidays:
Hiroshima-bound buses depart from Aga Station from 6:29 a.m. to 4:09 p.m., and from Kure Station from 6:47 a.m. to 8:52 p.m.
Kure-bound buses depart from Hiroshima Bus Center from 6:45 a.m. to 9:55 p.m.
Check the official website for details. Special schedules may apply during the New Year holidays.
Admission
¥970 from the first stop to the final stop
Check the official website for details.
Access
Hiroshima Bus Center: Just outside Kencho-mae Station on the Astram Line
Kure Station: Just outside JR Kure Station
Aga Station: Just outside JR Aki-Aga Station
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
Information current as of November 2022
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