How to travel from Asago to Shimoda, Japan
The distance between Asago and Shimoda is around 557km (346 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus, then fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 30m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Asago to Shimoda by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Shimoda → Asago if you're planning a return trip.
Train to Tottori, plane
Take the train to Tottori then fly from Tottori (TTJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda.
- Duration5h 45m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost¥28,200($205)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Kyoto, Shin-Yokohama then Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda.
- Duration5h 40m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥21,495($155)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Shin Osaka then take the train to Mishima then take the bus to Shimoda Sta..
- Duration7h 15m
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost¥16,840($125)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Asago and Shimoda
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Asago to Shimoda by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ¥13,415 ($100) and will take around 13hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus, then fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 5h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥19,850 ($145).
The distance between Asago and Shimoda is around 557km (346 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 380km (236 miles)
It takes around 5h 40m to get from Asago and Shimoda by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6hrs to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Asago to Shimoda is to take the bus, then fly and then take the train which takes around 5h 30m and will set you back approx ¥19,850 ($145).
The cheapest way to travel between Asago and Shimoda, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥13,415 ($100) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Asago and Shimoda. It typically takes around 5h 40m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Asago to Shimoda. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Fukuchiyama, Kyoto, Shin-Yokohama and Atami. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 5h 40m.
Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Asago and Shimoda. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 5h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Asago and Shimoda. We recommend that you take the bus to Osaka Airport then fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 5h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Asago to Shimoda. We recommend that you take the train to Sannomiya(Jr) then fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 5h 45m.
The closest major airport to Shimoda is Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) which is approximately 70km (44 miles) from Shimoda. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Asago and Shimoda. The distance is around 557km (346 miles) by road and it will take around 6hrs in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Asago to Shimoda is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around ¥21,495 ($155).
Compare travel optionsbetween Asago and Shimoda
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train to Tottori, plane + 4 similar | 5h 45m | ¥28,200($205) | once daily | 794km (494 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5h 45m | ¥22,725($165) | twice daily | 723km (449 miles) |
| Train to Himeji, plane | 5h 50m | ¥30,120($220) | twice daily | 894km (555 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 5h 30m | ¥19,850($145) | 5 times a day | 711km (442 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Plane | 6h 15m | ¥30,530($225) | twice daily | 860km (534 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 5h 40m | ¥21,495($155) | every 4 hours | 701km (436 miles) |
| Train via Kyoto | 6h 25m | ¥14,785($110) | every 2 hours | 562km (349 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 7h 15m | ¥16,840($125) | 5 times a week | 601km (374 miles) |
| Bus to Senri NT, train | 13hrs | ¥13,415($100) | once daily | 622km (386 miles) |
Drive | 6hrs | ¥8,350($61) | on demand | 557km (346 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Asago and Shimoda
Bus companies
Zentan Bus
Tokai Bus
Shizutetsu Bus
Nihon Kotsu
Honshi Bus
Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Train operators
Airports near Shimoda
The following major airports near Shimoda offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
- Distance
- 70km (44 miles) from Shimoda
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 123km (77 miles) from Shimoda
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 179km (111 miles) from Shimoda