The average train between Tokyo and Kainan takes 4h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Tokyo to Kainan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Tokyo and Kainan. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tokyo is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Kainan at 8:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Kyoto and take an average of 4h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Tokyo to Kainan? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Tokyo to Kainan. However, there are services departing from Tokyo station and arriving at Kainan station via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
Tokyo to Kainan train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tokyo station.
Tokyo to Kainan train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kainan station.
The distance between Tokyo and Kainan is 448.6 km. The road distance is 601 km.
You can take a train from Tokyo to Kainan via Kyoto, Shin Osaka, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 5h 12m.