How to travel from Tokyo to Shimoda, Japan

The distance between Tokyo and Shimoda is around 158km (98 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Tokyo to Shimoda by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train via Atami

Take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥8,215($60)
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1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Drive

Drive to Shimoda.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Distance193km (120 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tokyo and Shimoda

There are several options for getting from Tokyo to Shimoda by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ¥4,790 ($35) and will take around 2h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥8,215 ($60).

The distance between Tokyo and Shimoda is around 158km (98 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 134km (83 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Tokyo and Shimoda by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Tokyo to Shimoda is to take the train which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx ¥8,215 ($60).

The cheapest way to travel between Tokyo and Shimoda, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ¥4,790 ($35) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Tokyo and Shimoda. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Tokyo and Shimoda with no changeovers required. The train runs 5 times a day and takes 2h 40m.

Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Tokyo and Shimoda. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 2h 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 Tokyo and Shimoda. We recommend that you take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 2hrs.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tokyo to Shimoda. We recommend that you take the train to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 2h 40m.

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 Tokyo and Shimoda. The distance is around 193km (120 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tokyo to Shimoda is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around ¥4,790 ($35).

How do I get from Tokyo to Shimoda

Compare travel optionsbetween Tokyo and Shimoda

Transport options from Tokyo to Shimoda
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Atami + 1 similar
2hrs
¥8,215($60)
every 4 hours158km (98 miles)
Train2h 40m
¥4,790($35)
5 times a day166km (103 miles)
Drive
2h 20m
¥2,875($21)
on demand193km (120 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Tokyo and Shimoda

Train operators

Airports near Shimoda

The following major airports near Shimoda offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

FSZ
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
70km (44 miles) from Shimoda
HND
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
International Airport
Distance
123km (77 miles) from Shimoda
NRT
Narita International Airport (NRT)
International Airport
Distance
179km (111 miles) from Shimoda