The Atomic Bomb Dome is one of the most visited places in Hiroshima.
It is about 2.5 km from JR Hiroshima Station.
Walking takes about 30 minutes.
The Atomic Bomb Dome is the remains of the former Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall.
It was damaged by the atomic bomb in 1945.
In 1996, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Today, it is a symbol of peace.
There are four ways to reach the Atomic Bomb Dome from JR Hiroshima Station:
streetcar, bus, taxi, and on foot.
Ways to Travel from Hiroshima Station to the Atomic Bomb Dome
| Method | Time | Fare | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Streetcar | about 20 minutes | 240 yen | Low cost and easy travel |
| Bus | about 15 minutes | 240 yen | Slightly faster travel |
| Taxi | about 10 minutes | about 1,000 yen | Saving time |
| On foot | about 30 minutes | 0 yen | Enjoying the city |
Walking costs nothing.
However, it takes more time.
For most visitors, the streetcar or the bus is the best choice.
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By Streetcar (Hiroden)
The Hiroshima Electric Railway (Hiroden) streetcar is the main way to travel in Hiroshima.
How to ride
- Exit JR Hiroshima Station South Exit
- Go to the streetcar stop
- Take Line 2 (Hiroden Miyajimaguchi) or Line 6 (Eba)
- Get off at Atomic Bomb Dome
Time and fare
- about 20 minutes
- 240 yen (1.50 USD)
The fare is a flat rate.
Pay when you get off the streetcar.
After getting off
Cross the street in front of the stop.
The Atomic Bomb Dome is right there.
Walking time is about 1 minute.
By Bus
The bus is a little faster than the streetcar.
How to ride
From JR Hiroshima Station, take a bus toward the Atomic Bomb Dome, such as:
- Hiroshima City Loop Bus (Meipuru-pu)
- Bus No. 101 toward Hatchobori
Get off at Atomic Bomb Dome.
Time and fare
- about 15 minutes
- 240 yen
Traffic can change the time.
However, most trips take less than 20 minutes.
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By Taxi
A taxi is useful when you have luggage or little time.
Time and fare
- about 10 minutes
- about 1,000 yen
Taxi stands are at both the north and south sides of the station.
Say “Atomic Bomb Dome” to the driver.
On Foot
The distance is about 2.5 km.
Walking time is about 30 minutes.
The route follows wide streets and rivers.
However, walking is not comfortable on hot or rainy days.
Which way is best?
- First-time visitors: streetcar
- Saving time: bus or taxi
- Enjoying a walk: on foot
For most people, the streetcar is the easiest and safest choice.
The Atomic Bomb Dome stands next to Peace Memorial Park in central Hiroshima.
Travel from JR Hiroshima Station is simple.
This makes it easy to start sightseeing in Hiroshima.
FAQ
Take Hiroden streetcar Line 2 or Line 6 from JR Hiroshima Station to Genbaku Dome-mae. Then walk about 1 minute, and the total travel time is about 17–20 minutes.
Take Hiroden Line 2 or Line 6 to Genbaku Dome-mae, and then walk through Peace Memorial Park. The tram ride takes about 15 minutes.
It survived because the explosion happened almost directly above it. Therefore, the force pushed down and some walls stayed standing.
Yes. The Dome stands next to Peace Memorial Park, and the park also contains the Peace Memorial Museum.