How can I book buses and ferries that are included in the Japan Rail Pass?
MassimilianoAmore Answered question November 12, 2025
Hi, you can use the MIyajima ferry with the JR Pass, ther eis no other ferrys included however.
As for the busses, there are multiple JR busses that can be used, but it is not valid on express or highway bus routes.
JR bus lines included with the pass:
JR Hokkaido Bus
JR Bus Tohoku
JR Bus Kanto
JR Tokai Bus
West Japan JR Bus
Chugoku JR Bus
JR Shikoku Bus
JR Kyushu Bus
Hiroshima Sightseeing Loop Bus
JR bus lines excluded from the pass:
Express and highway bus routes operated by JR Bus companies are not included.
With kind regards, Jonathan H.
Jonathan Holm Answered question November 12, 2025
