What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Hakone?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Hakone is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2500 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Hakone?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Hakone is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Hakone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Hakone Glass No Mori. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Hakone?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Hakone. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Station and arriving at Kowakidani via Hakone-Yumoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Hakone?

The distance between Tokyo and Hakone is 95 km. The road distance is 96.3 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Hakone without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Hakone without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Hakone?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Tokyo to Hakone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Hakone bus from?

Tokyo to Hakone bus services, operated by Odakyu Highway Bus, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Hakone train from?

Tokyo to Hakone train services, operated by Odakyu Electric Railway Romancecar, depart from Shinjuku Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Hakone?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Hakone is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥500 - ¥2800 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Tokyo to Hakone bus arrive?

Tokyo to Hakone bus services, operated by Odakyu Highway Bus, arrive at Hakone Glass No Mori station.

Where does the Tokyo to Hakone train arrive?

Tokyo to Hakone train services, operated by Odakyu Electric Railway Romancecar, arrive at Hakone-Yumoto station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Hakone?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Hakone is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Tokyo to Hakone.

Where can I stay near Hakone?

There are 1422+ hotels available in Hakone.

Tokyo to Hakone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Hakone by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Hakone-Yumototrain Hakone / ...
2. Take the train from Hakone-Yumoto to Kowakidanitrain Hakone Tozan Train
2h 3m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakone Glass No Moribus Shinjuku to Motohakone
2h 9m
¥500–2,800
Drive 96.3 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Hakonecar 96.3 km
1h 28m
¥1,671–2,413
Train, bus
1. Take the train from 東京 Tōkyō to 小田原 Odawaratrain Jt
2. Take the bus from Odawara Station to Miyanoshita Onsenbus T
2h 5m
¥1,848–2,986
Train, bus via Ashinoyu
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Odawaratrain Ueno-Tōkyō Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Odawara East Station to Ashinoyubus
2h 24m
¥2,042–3,279

Tokyo to Hakone by bus

56Weekly Buses

2h 9mAverage Duration

¥500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.5 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Hakone, Japan?

You can take a train from Shinjuku Station to Kowakidani via Hakone-Yumoto in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, Odakyu Highway Bus operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakone Glass No Mori every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥500–2,800 and the journey takes 2h 9m.

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