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The cheapest and fastest trains from Takayama to Tokyo

Showing times and prices for Feb 23

Cheapest price

$85

Average price

$85

Fastest journey

4 h 3 m

Average duration

4 h 6 m

Trains per day

76

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 traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Takayama to Tokyo will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Takayama to Tokyo without transferring at least once.

JR CentralHida 10 · Nozomi 400
12:35PM4h28
Takayama Station
05:03PMTokyo Station
$851One-way
1 transfer
JR CentralHida 82 · Nozomi 164
02:00PM4h24
Takayama Station
06:24PMTokyo Station
$851One-way
1 transfer
JR CentralHida 84 · Nozomi 460
05:33PM4h18
Takayama Station
09:51PMTokyo Station
$851One-way
1 transfer
JR CentralHida 8 · Nozomi 382
11:35AM4h19
Takayama Station
03:54PMTokyo Station
$851One-way
1 transfer
JR CentralHida 18 · Nozomi 48
04:33PM4h42
Takayama Station
09:15PMTokyo Station
$851One-way
1 transfer

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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Takayama to Tokyo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, and a flight costs an average of €58.

Distance: 139 miles (225 km)

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Live departures

Takayama to Tokyo train times

The table below shows live departures for Takayama to Tokyo trains for today, Sunday, February 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 4:37 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
JR_CENTRALHida 2 · Nozomi 3149:45 PM Takayama Station
4h36
2:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 2 · Nozomi 829:45 PM Takayama Station
4h39
2:24 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 2 · Nozomi 29:45 PM Takayama Station
4h12
1:57 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 2 · Nozomi 2249:45 PM Takayama Station
4h21
2:06 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 2 · Nozomi 809:45 PM Takayama Station
4h30
2:15 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 4 · Nozomi 22811:00 PM Takayama Station
4h45
3:45 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 4 · Nozomi 8811:00 PM Takayama Station
4h24
3:24 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 4 · Nozomi 32611:00 PM Takayama Station
4h21
3:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 4 · Nozomi 811:00 PM Takayama Station
4h33
3:33 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
Monday, February 23
JR_CENTRALHida 6 · Nozomi 35012:36 AM Takayama Station
4h18
4:54 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 6 · Nozomi 9012:36 AM Takayama Station
4h21
4:57 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 6 · Nozomi 35612:36 AM Takayama Station
4h45
5:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 6 · Nozomi 1612:36 AM Takayama Station
4h39
5:15 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 6 · Nozomi 35212:36 AM Takayama Station
4h27
5:03 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 6 · Nozomi 35412:36 AM Takayama Station
4h30
5:06 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 8 · Nozomi 3822:35 AM Takayama Station
4h19
6:54 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 8 · Nozomi 1422:35 AM Takayama Station
4h28
7:03 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 8 · Nozomi 3802:35 AM Takayama Station
4h16
6:51 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 8 · Nozomi 3862:35 AM Takayama Station
4h31
7:06 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 8 · Nozomi 242:35 AM Takayama Station
4h40
7:15 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 8 · Nozomi 3882:35 AM Takayama Station
4h46
7:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 8 · Nozomi 942:35 AM Takayama Station
4h22
6:57 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 10 · Nozomi 4003:35 AM Takayama Station
4h28
8:03 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 10 · Nozomi 963:35 AM Takayama Station
4h22
7:57 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 10 · Nozomi 3983:35 AM Takayama Station
4h19
7:54 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 10 · Nozomi 1523:35 AM Takayama Station
4h31
8:06 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 10 · Nozomi 4043:35 AM Takayama Station
4h46
8:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 10 · Nozomi 4023:35 AM Takayama Station
4h31
8:06 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 10 · Nozomi 283:35 AM Takayama Station
4h40
8:15 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 10 · Nozomi 3963:35 AM Takayama Station
4h16
7:51 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 12 · Nozomi 2424:35 AM Takayama Station
4h31
9:06 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 12 · Nozomi 1624:35 AM Takayama Station
4h46
9:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 12 · Nozomi 324:35 AM Takayama Station
4h40
9:15 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 12 · Nozomi 1604:35 AM Takayama Station
4h31
9:06 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 12 · Nozomi 1584:35 AM Takayama Station
4h28
9:03 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 12 · Nozomi 984:35 AM Takayama Station
4h22
8:57 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 12 · Nozomi 4164:35 AM Takayama Station
4h46
9:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 82 · Nozomi 1645:00 AM Takayama Station
4h24
9:24 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 82 · Nozomi 4165:00 AM Takayama Station
4h21
9:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 82 · Nozomi 2445:00 AM Takayama Station
4h27
9:27 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 82 · Nozomi 345:00 AM Takayama Station
4h33
9:33 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 82 · Nozomi 4205:00 AM Takayama Station
4h36
9:36 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 82 · Nozomi 1625:00 AM Takayama Station
4h21
9:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 82 · Nozomi 1665:00 AM Takayama Station
4h45
9:45 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 14 · Nozomi 365:46 AM Takayama Station
4h29
10:15 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 14 · Nozomi 1725:46 AM Takayama Station
4h35
10:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 14 · Nozomi 4225:46 AM Takayama Station
4h05
9:51 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 14 · Nozomi 1005:46 AM Takayama Station
4h11
9:57 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 14 · Nozomi 4305:46 AM Takayama Station
4h35
10:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 14 · Nozomi 4245:46 AM Takayama Station
4h08
9:54 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 14 · Nozomi 1705:46 AM Takayama Station
4h20
10:06 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 14 · Nozomi 1685:46 AM Takayama Station
4h17
10:03 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 16 · Nozomi 4386:34 AM Takayama Station
4h20
10:54 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 16 · Nozomi 4426:34 AM Takayama Station
4h47
11:21 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 16 · Nozomi 1026:34 AM Takayama Station
4h32
11:06 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 16 · Nozomi 1786:34 AM Takayama Station
4h29
11:03 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 16 · Nozomi 426:34 AM Takayama Station
4h41
11:15 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 16 · Nozomi 406:34 AM Takayama Station
4h23
10:57 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 18 · Nozomi 487:33 AM Takayama Station
4h42
12:15 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 18 · Nozomi 467:33 AM Takayama Station
4h24
11:57 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 18 · Nozomi 1047:33 AM Takayama Station
4h33
12:06 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 18 · Nozomi 4507:33 AM Takayama Station
4h21
11:54 AM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 18 · Nozomi 1847:33 AM Takayama Station
4h27
12:00 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 18 · Nozomi 4547:33 AM Takayama Station
4h48
12:21 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 84 · Nozomi 4608:33 AM Takayama Station
4h18
12:51 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 84 · Nozomi 4588:33 AM Takayama Station
4h12
12:45 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 84 · Nozomi 1928:33 AM Takayama Station
4h33
1:06 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 84 · Nozomi 548:33 AM Takayama Station
4h42
1:15 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 84 · Nozomi 4668:33 AM Takayama Station
4h36
1:09 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 84 · Nozomi 1908:33 AM Takayama Station
4h26
12:59 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 84 · Nozomi 528:33 AM Takayama Station
4h24
12:57 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 20 · Nozomi 609:48 AM Takayama Station
4h24
2:12 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 20 · Nozomi 1989:48 AM Takayama Station
4h15
2:03 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 20 · Nozomi 4749:48 AM Takayama Station
4h03
1:51 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 20 · Nozomi 4769:48 AM Takayama Station
4h06
1:54 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer
JR_CENTRALHida 20 · Nozomi 589:48 AM Takayama Station
4h09
1:57 PM Tokyo Station1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Takayama to Tokyo

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Take a train from Takayama to Tokyo and enjoy the approximately 139 miles (225 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 4h 9m.

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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $63 (€50)
Distance
139 miles (225 km)
Average train duration
4h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$81 (€64)
Fastest train
4h 9m
First train
06:00
Last train
18:30
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 $63 (€50)

FAQs: Trains from Takayama to Tokyo

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
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Takayama 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 Takayama 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. In Japan, child fares typically apply to ages 6–11; age 12+ is usually charged as an adult.
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. Free travel is often possible for young children without their own seat; rules depend on the operator.
Yes, most children need a ticket when traveling by train from Takayama 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. Children usually need a ticket, but very young children may travel free if they share a seat (rules vary by country/operator).
A day trip from Takayama to Tokyo isn’t possible by train, as the round trip travel time is too long to fit comfortably into a single day. Plan an overnight stay instead to make the trip worthwhile.
The average train journey from Takayama to Tokyo takes around 4h 9m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Takayama 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. There are typically frequent departures; check the timetable for exact times.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Takayama to Tokyo. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Takayama 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. High-speed fares depend mainly on seat type and class, so compare options if you’re flexible.
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. Plan for about three days in Tokyo for a solid visit, longer if you prefer a slower pace.
You can bring luggage on the train from Takayama 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. You can usually bring suitcases onboard, but very large bags may need reserved luggage space on some services.
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. It’s usually safe, but don’t leave luggage unattended; keep valuables with you.
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. Use overhead racks for smaller bags; oversized luggage may need a designated storage area with a reservation.
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. Non-reserved seating means no assigned seat; you sit wherever there’s space in the non-reserved cars.
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. Oversized luggage is typically 160–250 cm total dimensions on Shinkansen routes and may require reserved luggage space.
Train tickets from Takayama to Tokyo can cost as little as $81 (€64) when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around $81 (€64), but prices vary depending on the type of train, the time of day, and whether you choose a reserved seat or a higher class.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Takayama 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). Rail pass validity depends on the service; some passes exclude the fastest trains.
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. A pass is most worthwhile if you’ll take multiple long-distance trips; for one ride, a regular ticket may be cheaper.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Takayama 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. Suica works well for local travel, but you’ll usually need a separate ticket for the Shinkansen portion of the trip.
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. Seat reservations aren’t always required, but reserving can make travel easier, especially at busy times.
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. Yes. Most services have onboard toilets, and they’re generally clean and convenient.
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. Book earlier for busy dates or specific seats; for quiet periods, you can often book closer to departure.
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. Wi-Fi is often available, but expect occasional dropouts; mobile data can be a useful backup.

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