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 Shimodate via Oyama(Tochigi). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

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 20m and costs ¥1500 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m 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 Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Shimodate train arrive?

Tokyo to Shimodate train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, 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 64+ hotels available in Shimodate.

Tokyo to Shimodate - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 4 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 Oyama(Tochigi) to Shimodatetrain [15961] JR Mito / ...
1h 20m
¥1,547–5,466
Drive 78.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Shimodatecar 78.5 km
1h 17m
¥1,350–1,950
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Shimodatetaxi 78.5 km
1h 17m
¥36,000–44,000
Train via Shinjuku Station
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Oyamatrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the train from Oyama(Tochigi) to Shimodatetrain [15961] JR Mito / ...
2h 1m
¥1,527–2,020

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tokyo to Shimodate.

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Distance: 95.4 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Shimodate via Oyama(Tochigi) in around 1h 20m.

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