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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shimodate is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shimodate is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Shimodate?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Shimodate. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at 下館 Shimodate via 小山 Oyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shimodate?

The distance between Tokyo and Shimodate is 95 km. The road distance is 78.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shimodate without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Tokyo to Shimodate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shimodate train from?

Tokyo to Shimodate train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Shimodate train arrive?

Tokyo to Shimodate train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Oyama station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Shimodate?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Shimodate is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Tokyo to Shimodate.

Where can I stay near Shimodate?

There are 63+ hotels available in Shimodate.

Tokyo to Shimodate - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Shimodate by train, car, or taxi

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 Oyamatrain Nasuno / ...
2. Take the train from 小山 Oyama to 下館 Shimodatetrain JR水戸線 JR Mito Line / ...
1h 22m
¥1,547–2,046
Drive 78.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Shimodatecar 78.5 km
1h 17m
¥1,369–1,977
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Shimodatetaxi 78.5 km
1h 17m
¥36,000–44,000
Train via 東京 Tōkyō
1. Take the train from 東京 Tōkyō to 小山 Oyamatrain Ju / ...
2. Take the train from 小山 Oyama to 下館 Shimodatetrain JR水戸線 JR Mito Line / ...
2h 12m
¥1,765–2,325
Train via Kashiwa
1. Take the train from 秋葉原 Akihabara to 守谷 Moriyatrain Tx
2. Take the train from 水海道 Mitsukaidō to 下館 Shimodatetrain 関鉄常総線 Kantō Railway Jōsō Line
2h 19m

Tokyo to Shimodate by train

210Weekly Trains

2h 12mAverage Duration

¥1,765Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tokyo to Shimodate.

Launch map view

Distance: 95.5 km
Duration: 1h 22m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to 下館 Shimodate via 小山 Oyama in around 1h 22m.

Train operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.