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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Katano is to drive which costs ¥8000 - ¥12000 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Katano is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Katano?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Katano. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Hirakatashi via Kyōto and Tofukuji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Katano?

The distance between Tokyo and Katano is 501 km. The road distance is 471.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Katano without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Tokyo to Katano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Katano train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Katano?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Katano is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3400 - ¥13000 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Tokyo to Katano train arrive?

Tokyo to Katano train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Katano?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Katano is 472 km. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Tokyo to Katano.

Where can I stay near Katano?

There are 3674+ hotels available in Katano.

Tokyo to Katano - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Tokyo to Katano by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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 Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Tofukuji to Hirakatashitrain Keihan Main Line Sub-Exp. / ...
3h 4m
¥11,667–16,002
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Fukakusabus
7h 36m
¥3,480–12,370
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Ikebukuro West Exit No.4 to Hirakata Station North Exitnightbus Wx182
10h 29m
¥4,217–16,950
Drive 471.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Katanocar 471.6 km
5h 12m
¥8,174–11,807
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the train from Kadomashi to Korientrain
3h 59m
¥13,350–22,744
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Amagasaki(Jr) to Kawachiiwafunetrain
4h 28m
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Stationtrain
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
4h 33m
¥17,465–45,421
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
3. Take the train from Amagasaki(Jr) to Kawachiiwafunetrain
5h 19m
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Kintetsu-Tambabashitrain
4. Take the train from Tambabashi to Hirakatashitrain
4h 48m
¥18,170–28,274
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
3. Take the train from Maiko to Kawachiiwafunetrain
6h 13m

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

210Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

¥11,079Cheapest Price

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Distance: 501.2 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Hirakatashi via Kyōto and Tofukuji in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Fukakusa 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 6h 57m.

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