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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Maiko is to bus which costs ¥4500 - ¥17000 and takes 8h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Maiko is to train via Osaka which takes 3h 30m and costs ¥14000 - ¥21000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Maiko?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Maiko. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Maiko via Shin-Ōsaka Station and Akashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Maiko?

The distance between Tokyo and Maiko is 575 km. The road distance is 538 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Maiko without a car is to train via Osaka which takes 3h 30m and costs ¥14000 - ¥21000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Tokyo to Maiko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Maiko train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Maiko?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Maiko is to train via Osaka which takes 3h 30m and costs ¥14000 - ¥21000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 - ¥17000 and takes 8h 58m.

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Maiko?

Maiko is 3h 30m behind Tokyo. It is currently 11:41 AM in Tokyo and 8:11 AM in Maiko.

Where does the Tokyo to Maiko train arrive?

Tokyo to Maiko train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Maiko?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Maiko is 538 km. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Tokyo to Maiko.

Where can I stay near Maiko?

There are 287+ hotels available in Maiko.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Tokyo to Maiko by train, 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 via Osaka
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Akashitrain A: Special Rapid Service
3h 30m
¥14,477–20,140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu to Akashi Station North Exitbus
8h 58m
¥4,500–16,280
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Maikotrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
8h 48m
Drive 538 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Maikocar 538 km
6h 15m
¥9,179–13,258
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 Sannomiya to Maikotrain
3h 33m
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Nishi-Akashitrain Hikari / ...
3h 30m
¥13,000–18,000
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 Sannomiya to Maikotrain
4h 1m
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
4h 12m
¥20,690–53,414
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
4h 19m
¥16,030–54,645
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 29m
¥19,555–47,591

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB) flights

56Weekly Planes

1h 19mAverage Duration

¥11,348Cheapest Price

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Distance: 575.3 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Maiko via Shin-Ōsaka Station and Akashi in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu to Akashi Station North Exit once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,300–16,000 and the journey takes 8h 50m.

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