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 ¥5034 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Iwata is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Iwata?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo to Iwata. However, there are services departing from Tokyo and arriving at Iwata(Shizuoka) via Shizuoka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Iwata?

The distance between Tokyo and Iwata is 233 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 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m 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 JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tokyo station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Iwata?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Iwata is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5034 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Tokyo to Iwata train arrive?

Tokyo to Iwata train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shizuoka 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 113+ hotels available in Iwata.

Tokyo to Iwata - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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 Tokyo to Shizuokatrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Shizuoka to Iwata(Shizuoka)train [18243] HomeLiner-Hamamatsu 7 / ...
2h 50m
Drive 242.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Iwatacar 242.5 km
2h 43m
¥4,215–6,088
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Shimizu Stationbus
2. Take the train from Shimizu(Shizuoka) to Iwata(Shizuoka)train [18245] HomeLiner-Hamamatsu 5
4h 33m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Tomei Kakegawabus
5h 18m
¥5,034

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 232.7 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Tokyo to Iwata(Shizuoka) via Shizuoka in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Tomei Kakegawa every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥5,034 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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