Can I take a highway bus from Okayama to Hiroshima Station?

Yes, starting July 1, 2026, the Okayama-Hiroshima express bus will operate directly to the Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit.

Where is the drop-off point in Hiroshima?

As of July 1, 2026, the service will be extended from Hiroshima Bus Center to the Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit.

What is the departure time of the last bus?

To accommodate passenger needs, a final bus will depart from Hiroshima Station in the 21:00 hour.

Okayama-Hiroshima Express Bus Route to Extend to Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit from July 1, 2026

Published May 21, 2026 7:30 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 8:37 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Ryobi Bus Company and Hiroko Kanko announce that their joint express bus service between Okayama and Hiroshima will extend its route to the Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit effective July 1, 2026, along with a schedule revision.

The Okayama-Hiroshima express bus service, jointly operated by Ryobi Bus Company (an in-house company of Ryobi Holdings Co., Ltd.) and Hiroko Kanko Co., Ltd., will extend its service route to the Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit effective Wednesday, July 1, 2026, replacing the previous Hiroshima Bus Center terminal. In conjunction with this, we are announcing a schedule revision and fare adjustments for the new route to the Shinkansen Exit.

This extension aims to provide smoother travel between Okayama and Hiroshima, building upon the improved convenience of the Hiroshima Station area. By providing direct access to the Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit—a major hub for Shinkansen, conventional lines, and local transport—we aim to enhance transfer convenience and meet diverse needs, including tourism, business, and event attendance.

Furthermore, in response to passenger requests, the final departure from Hiroshima will now be in the 21:00 hour, making it easier to utilize the service after concerts or sporting events.

The operators will continue to collaborate to ensure safe operations and further improve service quality.

Fare and Schedule Overview Target Route: Okayama-Hiroshima Line (https://www.ryobi-holdings.jp/bus/kousoku/r09hiroshima/) Operating Companies (Jointly): Ryobi Bus Company, Hiroko Kanko Co., Ltd. Distance: 164.8km each way, Travel Time: 3 hours 2 minutes to 3 hours 12 minutes Effective Date: July 1, 2026 (Wednesday)

Inquiries regarding operations: Ryobi Group Express Bus Contact Center, TEL: 0570-08-5050 (09:00–17:30, open year-round)

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Okayama-Hiroshima Express Bus Route to Extend to Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit from July 1, 2026

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