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Hamamatsu to Tokyo train with JR Central

Mon, Jun 22
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamamatsu to Tokyo

Showing times and prices for Jun 22

Cheapest price

$56

Average price

$56

Fastest journey

1 h 14 m

Average duration

1 h 18 m

Trains per day

49

Distance

214 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Hamamatsu to Tokyo will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.

Fast trains

Of the 49 trains that leave Hamamatsu for Tokyo on Mon, Jun 22, 49 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .

On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • JR CentralKodama 830
    3:25 PM1h53
    Hamamatsu
    5:18 PMTokyo Station
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR CentralKodama 800
    7:30 AM2h00
    Hamamatsu
    9:30 AMTokyo Station
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR CentralKodama 816
    11:58 AM1h50
    Hamamatsu
    1:48 PMTokyo Station
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR CentralKodama 826
    2:25 PM1h53
    Hamamatsu
    4:18 PMTokyo Station
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR CentralKodama 802
    8:26 AM1h52
    Hamamatsu
    10:18 AMTokyo Station
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Hamamatsu to Tokyo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamamatsu to Tokyo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $54.

Distance: 132 miles (214 km)

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$56

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1h 49m

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Hamamatsu to Tokyo is a bus with an average price of $44 (€36).

This is compared to other travel options from Hamamatsu to Tokyo:

A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamamatsu to Tokyo costing on average $56 (€46).

The fastest way to travel from Hamamatsu to Tokyo is by train with an average journey time of 1h 49m.

Other travel options to Tokyo take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hamamatsu and Tokyo including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hamamatsu to Tokyo among Omio's users.

Live departures

Hamamatsu to Tokyo train times

The table below shows live departures for Hamamatsu to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Tickets
JR CentralKodama 9086:20 AM Hamamatsu
1h40
8:00 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 9146:43 AM Hamamatsu
1h47
8:30 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 9186:55 AM Hamamatsu
1h59
8:54 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6306:58 AM Hamamatsu
1h17
8:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6327:23 AM Hamamatsu
1h19
8:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8007:30 AM Hamamatsu
2h00
9:30 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6347:50 AM Hamamatsu
1h19
9:09 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6368:17 AM Hamamatsu
1h25
9:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8028:26 AM Hamamatsu
1h52
10:18 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8048:55 AM Hamamatsu
1h53
10:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6409:17 AM Hamamatsu
1h25
10:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8069:25 AM Hamamatsu
1h53
11:18 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8089:58 AM Hamamatsu
1h50
11:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70010:17 AM Hamamatsu
1h25
11:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81010:25 AM Hamamatsu
1h53
12:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81210:55 AM Hamamatsu
1h53
12:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70211:17 AM Hamamatsu
1h25
12:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81411:25 AM Hamamatsu
1h53
1:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81611:58 AM Hamamatsu
1h50
1:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70412:17 PM Hamamatsu
1h25
1:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81812:25 PM Hamamatsu
1h53
2:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 82012:55 PM Hamamatsu
1h53
2:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7061:17 PM Hamamatsu
1h25
2:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8221:25 PM Hamamatsu
1h53
3:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8241:58 PM Hamamatsu
1h50
3:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7082:17 PM Hamamatsu
1h25
3:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8262:25 PM Hamamatsu
1h53
4:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8282:55 PM Hamamatsu
1h53
4:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7103:17 PM Hamamatsu
1h25
4:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8303:25 PM Hamamatsu
1h53
5:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8323:56 PM Hamamatsu
1h52
5:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7124:17 PM Hamamatsu
1h25
5:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8344:26 PM Hamamatsu
1h52
6:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8364:56 PM Hamamatsu
1h52
6:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7145:17 PM Hamamatsu
1h25
6:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8385:26 PM Hamamatsu
1h52
7:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8405:56 PM Hamamatsu
1h52
7:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7166:17 PM Hamamatsu
1h25
7:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8426:26 PM Hamamatsu
1h52
8:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8446:56 PM Hamamatsu
1h52
8:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7187:17 PM Hamamatsu
1h25
8:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8467:26 PM Hamamatsu
1h52
9:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8487:58 PM Hamamatsu
1h50
9:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7208:17 PM Hamamatsu
1h19
9:36 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8508:23 PM Hamamatsu
1h49
10:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8528:54 PM Hamamatsu
1h54
10:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6649:04 PM Hamamatsu
1h14
10:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8549:35 PM Hamamatsu
1h49
11:24 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 66810:07 PM Hamamatsu
1h22
11:29 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hamamatsu to Tokyo

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Take a train from Hamamatsu to Tokyo and enjoy the approximately 132 miles (214 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 11:23, the last at 11:23. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 1h 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€26)
Distance
132 miles (214 km)
Average train duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$54 (€44)
Fastest train
1h 49m
First train
11:23 AM
Last train
11:23 AM
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $31 (€26)

Train companies: JR Central from Hamamatsu to Tokyo trainsJR Central trains will get you between Hamamatsu and Tokyo from $31 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Average Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Price
$54 (€44)
JR Central frequency
30 a day

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FAQs: Trains from Hamamatsu to Tokyo

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamamatsu 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
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Hamamatsu to Tokyo, but the exact process depends on the operator and ticket type. In general, you select your date and time, choose seat options, pay, and receive either an e-ticket/QR code or details for ticket pickup.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Hamamatsu to Tokyo is usually to choose slower services or less in-demand departure times, and book in advance when possible. If both reserved and non-reserved seating is available, non-reserved options can sometimes be cheaper. To save money, compare different times and services and book earlier when you can.
Child ticket rules depend on the operator, but in Japan a child ticket generally applies to ages 6–11, and age 12 and over is an adult ticket. Age is usually based on the child’s age on the day of travel.
Children can sometimes travel for free, but it depends on age and whether they need their own seat. In Japan, children under 6 can travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat, and each paying adult can typically accompany up to two children under 6 for free.
Yes, most children need a ticket when traveling by train from Hamamatsu to Tokyo. In Japan, ages 6–11 typically need a child ticket (often about half the adult fare), while children under 6 may travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat.
Yes, a day trip from Hamamatsu to Tokyo is possible by train, with journey times of around 1h 49m each way. That said, Tokyo has a lot to see, so an overnight stay often makes for a more relaxed visit.
The average train journey from Hamamatsu to Tokyo takes around 1h 49m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Hamamatsu to Tokyo usually run frequently throughout the day, with regular departures on most dates. Check the schedule for your travel date to see the exact departure times.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Hamamatsu to Tokyo. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Hamamatsu to Tokyo are typically priced higher than slower services. Costs can vary by seat type (reserved vs non-reserved), class, and the specific service you choose.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tokyo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
You can bring luggage on the train from Hamamatsu to Tokyo, but size rules may apply. On Japan’s Shinkansen, luggage up to 160 cm total dimensions (length + width + height) can be taken onboard without a reservation, while larger items may require a reservation for designated luggage space.
Japan is generally very safe, but it’s still best not to leave luggage unattended. If you need to step away briefly, keep valuables with you and leave only low-value items behind, and place bags where you can keep an eye on them when possible.
Standard-sized luggage can usually go in the overhead racks or near your seat. On Shinkansen services, oversized baggage is stored in designated areas (often behind the last row), which are typically available only when you reserve the appropriate seat/space.
There isn’t a night train on this route. Most travelers take daytime services, including high-speed trains like the Shinkansen, which make the journey fast and convenient.
Non-reserved seats are first-come, first-served seating in designated cars on services that offer them. You don’t get a seat number, so you line up at the platform markings and take any open seat once you board; if it’s busy, you may need to stand until a seat frees up.
On Japan’s Shinkansen routes, luggage is considered oversized if total dimensions (length + width + height) are 160–250 cm. Oversized items usually require a seat reservation with designated luggage space, and items over 250 cm are not allowed onboard.
Train tickets from Hamamatsu to Tokyo can cost as little as $54 (€44) when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around $56 (€46), but prices vary depending on the type of train, the time of day, and whether you choose a reserved seat or a higher class.
Train services from Hamamatsu to Tokyo are operated by JR Central. On this route, high-speed services are part of Japan Railways’ network.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Hamamatsu to Tokyo depends on the operator and service type. In Japan, the JR Pass can be used on some Shinkansen services (such as Hikari and Kodama) but not on certain fastest services (such as Nozomi).
A rail pass can be worth it if you plan to take several long-distance train journeys during your trip. For a single journey, a normal ticket is often more cost-effective, especially if the pass doesn’t cover the fastest services you want to take.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Hamamatsu to Tokyo. You can use Suica for local segments to and from the stations, while the Shinkansen portion typically needs its own ticket and (if you want a specific seat) a seat reservation.
You don’t always need to reserve a seat, but it’s often a good idea on busy routes or at peak times. Some services offer non-reserved seating (first-come, first-served), while reserved seats give you a specific seat number and more certainty.
Yes. Trains on this route typically have onboard toilets, including Western-style toilets on many services. Facilities are usually clean and easy to use, which helps on longer travel days or when traveling with children.
If you’re traveling at peak times, want a specific departure, want seats together, or prefer extra certainty, book in advance. If you’re flexible and traveling off-peak, you can often buy tickets closer to departure, but you’ll have fewer choices for times and seats.
Many services offer onboard Wi-Fi, but coverage and reliability can vary, especially in tunnels or at high speed. It’s usually fine for messaging and light browsing, but may not be stable enough for video calls or heavy work.

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