How to travel from Tokyo to Shizuoka, Japan

The distance between Tokyo and Shizuoka is around 168km (104 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1h 20m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Tokyo to Shizuoka 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

Take the train to Shizuoka.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ¥5,475($40)
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Drive

Drive to Shizuoka.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Distance176km (109 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tokyo and Shizuoka

There are several options for getting from Tokyo to Shizuoka by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ¥5,475 ($40) and will take around 1h 20m.

The distance between Tokyo and Shizuoka is around 168km (104 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 147km (92 miles)

It takes around 1h 20m to get from Tokyo and Shizuoka by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Tokyo to Shizuoka is to take the train which takes around 1h 20m and will set you back approx ¥5,475 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Tokyo and Shizuoka, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ¥5,475 ($40) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Tokyo and Shizuoka. It typically takes around 1h 20m and departs every 30 mins.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Tokyo and Shizuoka with no changeovers required. The train runs every 30 mins and takes 1h 20m.

Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Tokyo and Shizuoka. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 1h 20m, 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 Shizuoka. We recommend that you take the train to Shizuoka. instead which will take 1h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tokyo to Shizuoka. We recommend that you take the train to Shizuoka. instead which will take 1h 20m.

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 Tokyo and Shizuoka. The distance is around 176km (109 miles) by road and it will take around 2hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tokyo to Shizuoka is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 20m and will usually cost around ¥5,475 ($40).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Tokyo and Shizuoka

Transport options from Tokyo to Shizuoka
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 20m
¥5,475($40)
every 30 mins168km (104 miles)
Drive
2hrs
¥2,740($20)
on demand176km (109 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.

FSZ
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
27km (17 miles) from Shizuoka
HND
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
International Airport
Distance
142km (88 miles) from Shizuoka
NGO
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
International Airport
Distance
144km (90 miles) from Shizuoka