How to travel from Tottori to Shimoda, Japan
The distance between Tottori and Shimoda is around 626km (389 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 50m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Tottori 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 → Tottori if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Tottori (TTJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda.
- Duration3h 50m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost¥24,780($180)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Train via Kamigori
Take the train to Kamigori, Shizuoka then Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda.
- Duration6hrs
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥21,355($155)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Kyōto then take the train to Mishima then take the bus to Shimoda Sta..
- Duration8h 10m
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost¥16,290($120)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tottori and Shimoda
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tottori to Shimoda by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ¥16,290 ($120) and will take around 8h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥24,780 ($180).
The distance between Tottori and Shimoda is around 626km (389 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 439km (273 miles)
It takes around 7h 20m to get from Tottori and Shimoda by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 15m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Tottori to Shimoda is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 50m and will set you back approx ¥24,780 ($180).
The cheapest way to travel between Tottori and Shimoda, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥16,290 ($120) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Tottori and Shimoda. It typically takes around 7h 20m and departs every 20 mins.
There are no direct train services that runs from Tottori to Shimoda. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kyoto, Atami and Ito. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 7h 20m.
Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Tottori and Shimoda. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 7h 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 Tottori and Shimoda. We recommend that you fly from Tottori (TTJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 3h 50m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tottori to Shimoda. We recommend that you fly from Tottori (TTJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Atami and then to Izukyu Shimoda. instead which will take 3h 50m.
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 Tottori and Shimoda. The distance is around 626km (389 miles) by road and it will take around 7h 15m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tottori to Shimoda is to take the train which takes, on average, 7h 20m and will usually cost around ¥18,210 ($135).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tottori and Shimoda
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 3 similar | 3h 50m | ¥24,780($180) | 5 times a day | 682km (424 miles) |
| Train to Yonago, plane | 5h 15m | ¥30,255($220) | every 4 hours | 863km (536 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 6h 5m | ¥23,820($175) | 4 times a day | 779km (484 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 6hrs | ¥21,080($155) | once daily | 747km (464 miles) |
Train via Kamigori + 1 similar | 6hrs | ¥21,355($155) | every 4 hours | 687km (427 miles) |
| Train | 7h 20m | ¥18,210($135) | every 20 mins | 696km (432 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 8h 10m | ¥16,290($120) | 5 times a week | 666km (414 miles) |
| Bus to Yokohama YCAT, Train | 13h 20m | ¥17,110($125) | once daily | 795km (494 miles) |
Drive | 7h 15m | ¥9,445($69) | on demand | 626km (389 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tottori and Shimoda
Bus companies
Nihon Kotsu
Tokai Bus
Sugizaki Highway Bus
Train operators
Airlines
Skymark Airlines
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