Tokyo to Odawara (Hakone) Shinkansen
Tokaido Shinkansen

Tokyo to Odawara Shinkansen Tickets

Reach Odawara, the rail gateway to Hakone, in roughly 30 to 35 minutes.

35mDuration
83 kmDistance
Every 30 minsFrequency

Tokyo to Odawara Shinkansen overview

Hikari and Kodama connect Tokyo or Shinagawa with Odawara, a gateway for Hakone. Nozomi does not stop at Odawara.

The fastest gateway to the Hakone hot spring area. Reach Odawara and start your mountain railway or bus adventure immediately.

Tokyo to Odawara ticket facts

Typical journey time
About 28m–35m
Departure station
Tokyo or Shinagawa Station
Arrival station
Odawara Station
Train choices
Selected Hikari and Kodama
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Which train should you choose?

Some Hikari services are fastest; Kodama offers more stopping services. Do not board Nozomi because it passes Odawara.

Timetables, stopping patterns and seats vary by date. Search your exact travel day to compare departures and total journey time.

Departure station and onward connections

Use Tokyo or Shinagawa Station. At Odawara, transfer to the Hakone Tozan Railway or a bus for your final Hakone area.

Allow enough time for ticket gates and platform changes, especially with luggage or a separately booked onward train.

Continuing to Hakone

Odawara is the main rail gateway. The onward route differs for Hakone-Yumoto, Gora and Lake Ashi, so plan local transport separately.

Tokyo to Odawara Shinkansen prices and seat choices

A Shinkansen ticket combines the base fare with a limited-express charge. The final total depends on the train, date, reservation status and seat class.

Fares and inventory can change, so use live search results to confirm the total before payment.

Seat reservations and oversized baggage

Reserve for weekends, holidays, busy seasons, groups or a specific departure. Earlier booking improves the chance of adjacent seats.

Baggage over 160 cm in combined dimensions requires an eligible seat with access to the oversized-baggage area on applicable routes.

Trip Highlights

Lightning Arrival

Escape Tokyo's hustle in just 35 minutes.

Hakone Gateway

Odawara is the starting point for the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.

Compare available seat classes

These are the seat classes offered on this route. Choose the actual fare and availability after searching your travel date.

Ordinary Car | Standard Seat

Ordinary Car | Standard Seat

Standard

Budget-conscious travelers

  • Reserved and non-reserved seating
  • Reclining seats
  • Fold-out tables
  • 2+3 seating
First Class | Green Car

First Class | Green Car

Premium

Comfort seekers and travelers

  • Extra legroom
  • Wider seats
  • Reading lights
  • 2+2 seating

Images are illustrative. Seat layout, power outlets, luggage space, and other facilities can vary by train.

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Tokyo to Odawara Shinkansen FAQ

How long is the Tokyo to Odawara Shinkansen?

A typical journey is About 28m–35m. Exact time depends on the service and stopping pattern.

Which stations do I use?

Use Tokyo or Shinagawa Station. At Odawara, transfer to the Hakone Tozan Railway or a bus for your final Hakone area.

Which service is best?

Some Hikari services are fastest; Kodama offers more stopping services. Do not board Nozomi because it passes Odawara.

Where do I transfer for Hakone?

Odawara is the main rail gateway. The onward route differs for Hakone-Yumoto, Gora and Lake Ashi, so plan local transport separately.

How much is a Tokyo to Odawara ticket?

The total varies by train, seat class, reservation type, travel date and seasonal pricing. Search your exact date for the current total.

Can I bring a large suitcase?

Baggage over 160 cm in combined dimensions requires an eligible seat with access to the oversized-baggage area on applicable routes.