How to travel from Morioka to Shizuoka, Japan
The distance between Morioka and Shizuoka is around 661km (411 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 55m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Morioka to Shizuoka 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 Shizuoka → Morioka if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Morioka (HNA) to Nagoya Airfield (NKM) then take the train to Shizuoka.
- Duration3h 55m
- Flight time1h 15m
- Typical cost¥32,035($235)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Omiya(Saitama) then Shinagawa and then to Shizuoka.
- Duration4h 5m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost¥18,480($135)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Tokyo Station Kajibashi then take the train to Shizuoka.
- Duration8h 55m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥15,745($115)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Morioka and Shizuoka
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Morioka to Shizuoka by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ¥15,745 ($115) and will take around 8h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥32,035 ($235).
The distance between Morioka and Shizuoka is around 661km (411 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 579km (360 miles)
It takes around 4h 5m to get from Morioka and Shizuoka by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 8h 10m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Morioka to Shizuoka is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx ¥32,035 ($235).
The cheapest way to travel between Morioka and Shizuoka, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥15,745 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Morioka and Shizuoka. It typically takes around 4h 5m and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Morioka to Shizuoka. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Omiya(Saitama) and Shinagawa. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 5m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Morioka and Shizuoka. Trains depart hourly and will take around 4h 5m, 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 Morioka and Shizuoka. We recommend that you fly from Morioka (HNA) to Nagoya Airfield (NKM) then take the train to Shizuoka. instead which will take 3h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Morioka to Shizuoka. We recommend that you fly from Morioka (HNA) to Nagoya Airfield (NKM) then take the train to Shizuoka. instead which will take 3h 55m.
The closest major airport to Shizuoka is Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) which is approximately 27km (17 miles) from Shizuoka. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) (NGO) 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 Morioka and Shizuoka. The distance is around 706km (439 miles) by road and it will take around 8h 10m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Morioka to Shizuoka is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 5m and will usually cost around ¥18,480 ($135).
Compare travel optionsbetween Morioka and Shizuoka
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 5 similar | 3h 55m | ¥32,035($235) | hourly | 816km (507 miles) |
| Train to Hachinohe, plane | 4hrs | ¥34,635($255) | hourly | 886km (551 miles) |
| Train to Shin-Aomori, plane | 4h 55m | ¥33,540($245) | hourly | 955km (593 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 60m | ¥27,925($205) | hourly | 775km (482 miles) |
| Fly to Osaka Itami (ITM), Train | 5h 20m | ¥27,105($200) | hourly | 1,102km (685 miles) |
| Train to Akita, plane | 5h 30m | ¥33,130($240) | hourly | 970km (602 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 4h 5m | ¥18,480($135) | hourly | 663km (412 miles) |
| Train via Tokyo | 4h 35m | ¥18,480($135) | every 30 mins | 661km (411 miles) |
Bus and Train | 8h 55m | ¥15,745($115) | once daily | 707km (439 miles) |
Drive | 8h 10m | ¥10,540($77) | on demand | 706km (439 miles) |
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Airports near Shizuoka
The following major airports near Shizuoka offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
- Distance
- 27km (17 miles) from Shizuoka
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 142km (88 miles) from Shizuoka
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
- Distance
- 144km (90 miles) from Shizuoka