Takayama to Tokyo train with JR Central

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Takayama to Tokyo

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Nov
Cheapest price on 14 Nov
€93
Average ticket price on 14 Nov
€93
Fastest journey on 14 Nov
4 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 14 Nov
4 h 28 m
Trains on 14 Nov
26
Distance
232 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Takayama to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Takayama to Tokyo will cost around €93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €93.

Fast trains

To travel from Takayama to Tokyo you need to make at least one change.

  • JR CentralHida 16 · Hikari 718
    1 change
  • JR CentralHida 20 · Hikari 666
    1 change
  • JR CentralHida 12 · Hikari 656
    1 change
  • JR CentralHida 8 · Hikari 652
    1 change
  • JR CentralHida 8 · Kodama 830
    1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Takayama to Tokyo

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Trains from Takayama to Tokyo run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 232 km distance in 3h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
232 km
Average train duration
4h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
€48
Trains per day
25
Fastest train
3h 49m
First train
6:00 AM
Last train
6:48 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Live departures

Takayama to Tokyo train times

The table below shows live departures for Takayama to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Sunday, 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
JR CentralHida 2 · Hikari 7006:45 AM Takayama Station
4h57
11:42 AM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 810 · Hida 26:45 AM Takayama Station
5h33
12:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 642 · Hida 26:45 AM Takayama Station
4h27
11:12 AM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 4 · Hikari 7028:00 AM Takayama Station
4h42
12:42 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 4 · Kodama 8168:00 AM Takayama Station
5h48
1:48 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 648 · Hida 69:36 AM Takayama Station
4h36
2:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 822 · Hida 69:36 AM Takayama Station
5h42
3:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 652 · Hida 811:35 AM Takayama Station
4h37
4:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 830 · Hida 811:35 AM Takayama Station
5h43
5:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 10 · Hikari 65412:35 PM Takayama Station
4h34
5:09 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 834 · Hida 1012:35 PM Takayama Station
5h43
6:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 656 · Hida 121:35 PM Takayama Station
4h37
6:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 714 · Hida 121:35 PM Takayama Station
5h07
6:42 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 838 · Hida 121:35 PM Takayama Station
5h43
7:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 658 · Hida 142:46 PM Takayama Station
4h23
7:09 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 842 · Hida 142:46 PM Takayama Station
5h32
8:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 718 · Hida 163:34 PM Takayama Station
5h08
8:42 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 848 · Hida 363:34 PM Takayama Station
6h14
9:48 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 660 · Hida 163:34 PM Takayama Station
4h38
8:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 16 · Kodama 8463:34 PM Takayama Station
5h44
9:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 662 · Hida 363:34 PM Takayama Station
5h38
9:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 18 · Hikari 7204:33 PM Takayama Station
5h03
9:36 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 18 · Kodama 8504:33 PM Takayama Station
5h39
10:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 662 · Hida 184:33 PM Takayama Station
4h39
9:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 666 · Hida 206:48 PM Takayama Station
4h18
11:06 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 668 · Hida 206:48 PM Takayama Station
4h41
11:29 PM Tokyo Station1 change
Sunday, 15 November
JR CentralHikari 700 · Hida 26:45 AM Takayama Station
4h57
11:42 AM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 642 · Hida 26:45 AM Takayama Station
4h27
11:12 AM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 810 · Hida 26:45 AM Takayama Station
5h33
12:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 702 · Hida 48:00 AM Takayama Station
4h42
12:42 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 816 · Hida 48:00 AM Takayama Station
5h48
1:48 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 822 · Hida 69:36 AM Takayama Station
5h42
3:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 648 · Hida 69:36 AM Takayama Station
4h36
2:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 830 · Hida 811:35 AM Takayama Station
5h43
5:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 652 · Hida 811:35 AM Takayama Station
4h37
4:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 834 · Hida 1012:35 PM Takayama Station
5h43
6:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 654 · Hida 1012:35 PM Takayama Station
4h34
5:09 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 656 · Hida 121:35 PM Takayama Station
4h37
6:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 714 · Hida 121:35 PM Takayama Station
5h07
6:42 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 838 · Hida 121:35 PM Takayama Station
5h43
7:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 842 · Hida 142:46 PM Takayama Station
5h32
8:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 658 · Hida 142:46 PM Takayama Station
4h23
7:09 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 846 · Hida 163:34 PM Takayama Station
5h44
9:18 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 660 · Hida 163:34 PM Takayama Station
4h38
8:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 848 · Hida 363:34 PM Takayama Station
6h14
9:48 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 662 · Hida 363:34 PM Takayama Station
5h38
9:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 718 · Hida 163:34 PM Takayama Station
5h08
8:42 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 720 · Hida 184:33 PM Takayama Station
5h03
9:36 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 662 · Hida 184:33 PM Takayama Station
4h39
9:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 850 · Hida 184:33 PM Takayama Station
5h39
10:12 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 668 · Hida 206:48 PM Takayama Station
4h41
11:29 PM Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 666 · Hida 206:48 PM Takayama Station
4h18
11:06 PM Tokyo Station1 change

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JR Central

About
Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) is a leading railway operator in Japan's Chūbu region, established in 1987. Headquartered in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, JR Central is renowned for operating the Tōkaidō Shinkansen, the world's busiest high-speed rail line connecting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. The company manages approximately 1,970 kilometers of railway routes, including the Tōkaidō Main Line and several regional lines. Beyond transportation, JR Central engages in various businesses such as logistics, real estate, and retail, contributing significantly to the regional economy. With a commitment to safety, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, JR Central continues to play a pivotal role in Japan's transportation infrastructure.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JR Central Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest JR Central Price
€48
JR Central frequency
90 a day
Luggage included
Two carry-on items that each have a total length, width, and height within 250 centimeters (length up to two meters) and are within 30 kilograms in weight are allowed on board.
Additional luggage
Oversized baggage compartments are available on a first-come, first-served basis without a prior seat reservation.
Luggage storage
Oversized baggage compartments are located in the connecting passageways of 16-car trains and are clearly marked.
Cancellation Policy
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Refund
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made without additional payment.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchairs with a length and height within 120 centimeters and a width within 70 centimeters are allowed on board.
Bikes
Bicycles used for cycling and sports tournaments must be disassembled and placed in bike travel bags.
Pets
Small dogs, cats, birds, or similar small animals are allowed if they are in a case within 120 cm and the combined weight of the case and animal is within 10 kilograms.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Takayama and Tokyo

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Takayama to Tokyo, you can count on JR Central for the best way to get you to Tokyo. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Takayama and Tokyo and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Takayama to Tokyo train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Takayama to Tokyo by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Takayama to Tokyo can start from as little as €48 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Takayama to Tokyo is €77; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Takayama to Tokyo is 3h 49m to travel the 232 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Takayama to Tokyo leaves at 6:00 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Takayama to Tokyo leaves at 6:48 pm.
There are 25 trains a day from Takayama to Tokyo which require at least one change with JR Central. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Takayama to Tokyo. You can choose between JR Central. JR Central trains take around 3h 49m
A trip to Tokyo from Takayama is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 49m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Takayama and Tokyo including taking a coach and train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Takayama and Tokyo

Most Takayama to Tokyo trains use the Takayama Station to Tokyo Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Takayama and Tokyo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Takayama
Arrival train stations in Tokyo

Which Takayama station do trains to Tokyo leave from?

Trains from Takayama to Tokyo leave from Takayama Station. The station is 1 km from Takayama city centre at 1-22-2 Showa-cho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture 509-0141, Japan.
Takayama Station1-22-2 Showa-cho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture 509-0141, JapanWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Takayama Station from Takayama city centre

BusSarubobo Bus · 6m · €12 · every ~6 min

Takayama Station train station facilities and services

Takayama Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several dining options, including a café and convenience store.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in the station area. ATMs are aTMs available within the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Takayama Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Takayama Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Takayama Station: Station is wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.

More about Takayama Station

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