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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Iwata is to bus which costs ¥2000 - ¥4800 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Iwata is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Iwata?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Iwata. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Iwata via Hamamatsu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Iwata?

The distance between Tokyo and Iwata is 250 km. The road distance is 242.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Iwata without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Tokyo to Iwata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Iwata train from?

Tokyo to Iwata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Iwata?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Iwata is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥4800 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Tokyo to Iwata train arrive?

Tokyo to Iwata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Hamamatsu station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Iwata?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Iwata is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Tokyo to Iwata.

Where can I stay near Iwata?

There are 110+ hotels available in Iwata.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Iwata 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 Tōkyō Station to HamamatsuKodama / ...
2h 11m
¥6,500–9,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Tomei Kakegawa
4h 33m
¥2,000–4,800
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Shimizu Station
2. Take the train from Shimizu to IwataCA: Tōkaidō Line Local / ...
4h 8m
Drive 242.5 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Iwata242.5 km
2h 43m
¥4,099–5,921
Train via Shizuoka
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to ShizuokaKodama / ...
2. Take the train from Shizuoka to IwataCA: Tōkaidō Line Local / ...
2h 19m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 250.4 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Hamamatsu every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥6,500–9,500 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Tomei Kakegawa every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,000–4,800 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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