How to travel from Hagi to Hakone, Japan
The distance between Hagi and Hakone is around 883km (549 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4hrs.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Hagi to Hakone 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 Hakone → Hagi if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Todakohama then fly from Iwami (IWJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Odawara.
- Duration4hrs
- Flight time1h 30m
- Typical cost¥30,530($225)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Shin-Yokohama and then to Odawara.
- Duration5h 60m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥26,285($190)
2 similiar routes
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Kyoto then take the bus to Tomei Gotemba.
- Duration8h 55m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥22,180($160)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hagi and Hakone
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Hagi to Hakone by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ¥17,795 ($130) and will take around 16h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥30,530 ($225).
The distance between Hagi and Hakone is around 883km (549 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 702km (436 miles)
It takes around 5h 60m to get from Hagi and Hakone by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 9h 60m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Hagi to Hakone is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx ¥30,530 ($225).
The cheapest way to travel between Hagi and Hakone, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥17,795 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Hagi and Hakone. It typically takes around 5h 60m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Hagi to Hakone. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in 新山口駅, Shin-Yokohama and Odawara. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 5h 60m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Hagi and Hakone. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 5h 60m, 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 Hagi and Hakone. We recommend that you take the train to Todakohama then fly from Iwami (IWJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Odawara. instead which will take 4hrs.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hagi to Hakone. We recommend that you take the train to Todakohama then fly from Iwami (IWJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Odawara. instead which will take 4hrs.
The closest major airport to Hakone is Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) which is approximately 77km (48 miles) from Hakone. Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) 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 Hagi and Hakone. The distance is around 883km (549 miles) by road and it will take around 9h 60m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hagi to Hakone is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 60m and will usually cost around ¥26,285 ($190).
Compare travel optionsbetween Hagi and Hakone
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 4 similar | 4hrs | ¥30,530($225) | every 4 hours | 886km (551 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 4h 30m | ¥25,190($185) | twice daily | 968km (602 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Plane | 4h 45m | ¥43,395($315) | twice daily | 1,061km (659 miles) |
| Bus to 新山口駅, train and plane | 5h 5m | ¥27,655($200) | twice daily | 955km (593 miles) |
| Bus to 新山口駅, train and plane | 5h 25m | ¥45,725($335) | twice daily | 1,040km (646 miles) |
Train + 2 similar | 5h 60m | ¥26,285($190) | twice daily | 1,027km (638 miles) |
| Train via Shin-Osaka | 7h 15m | ¥26,560($195) | every 3 hours | 936km (581 miles) |
| Train via Asa | 9h 25m | ¥25,875($190) | every 4 hours | 974km (605 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 8h 55m | ¥22,180($160) | once daily | 890km (553 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 16h 30m | ¥17,795($130) | once daily | 1,101km (684 miles) |
Drive | 9h 60m | ¥13,280($95) | on demand | 883km (549 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Hagi and Hakone
Airlines
Star Flyer
Fuji Dream
Bus companies
JR Bus Kanto
Bocho Kotsu
Train operators
Airports near Hakone
The following major airports near Hakone offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 77km (48 miles) from Hakone
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
- Distance
- 90km (56 miles) from Hakone
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 137km (85 miles) from Hakone