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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shimamoto is to bus which costs ¥4000 - ¥7500 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shimamoto is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Shimamoto?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Shimamoto. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Shimamoto via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shimamoto?

The distance between Tokyo and Shimamoto is 492 km. The road distance is 468.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shimamoto without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Tokyo to Shimamoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shimamoto train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Shimamoto?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shimamoto is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4000 - ¥7500 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Tokyo to Shimamoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Shimamoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Shimamoto is 469 km. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Tokyo to Shimamoto.

Where can I stay near Shimamoto?

There are 3121+ hotels available in Shimamoto.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Tokyo to Shimamoto 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
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to KyōtoNozomi / ...
2h 46m
¥11,000–16,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi
7h 37m
¥4,000–7,500
Drive 468.9 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Shimamoto468.9 km
5h 9m
¥7,957–11,493
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)HND - ITM
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Shimamoto
4h 3m
Bus via Kyoto Station Hachijo G2
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo G2Sy158
8h 9m
¥4,300–16,000
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Sannomiya to Takatsuki
4h 16m
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Station
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)NRT - ITM
4h 32m
¥22,155–47,041
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishioka
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)IBR - UKB
3. Take the train from Sannomiya to Takatsuki
5h 2m
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōto
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Shimamoto
4h 42m
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Shin-Kobe Station
6h 11m
¥24,390–69,114

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

217Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

¥11,671Cheapest Price

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Distance: 492.2 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyōto every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥11,000–16,000 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,000–7,500 and the journey takes 7h 8m.

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