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Tokyo to Okazaki train

Sat, Jul 11
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tokyo to Okazaki

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$74

Average price

$77

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 56 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

249 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Tokyo to Okazaki will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Tokyo for Okazaki on Sun, Jul 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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 Central
    10:39 PM1h37
    Tokyo
    12:16 AMOkazaki
    $741One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR Central
    12:12 PM1h35
    Tokyo
    1:47 PMOkazaki
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR Central
    10:57 AM2h36
    Tokyo
    1:33 PMOkazaki
    $781One-way
    0 transfers

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Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Tokyo to Okazaki

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Okazaki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $65.

Distance: 154 miles (249 km)

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Driving

$77

Average price

$170

Average price

$46

Average price

Cheapest

$92

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 8m

Average total duration

1h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 1m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

7h 53m

Average total duration

7h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 6m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Tokyo to Okazaki is a bus with an average price of $46 (€38).

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

A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tokyo to Okazaki costing on average $77 (€64).

A bus is $125 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tokyo to Okazaki costing on average $170 (€140).

The fastest way to travel from Tokyo to Okazaki is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 1m.

Other travel options to Okazaki take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 38m.

Bus takes on average 7h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tokyo and Okazaki including taking a bus, train, and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 28m faster (1h 38m by train vs 4h 6m by car) and roughly $15 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($77 (€64) vs $92 (€76)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Tokyo to Okazaki train times

The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Okazaki trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
JR Central10:57 AM Tokyo
2h36
1:33 PM Okazaki0 transfersDirect
JR Central12:12 PM Tokyo
1h35
1:47 PM Okazaki0 transfersDirect
Sunday, July 12
JR CentralNozomi 996:00 AM Shinagawa Station
1h27
7:27 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 16:00 AM Tokyo Station
1h34
7:34 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 16:07 AM Shinagawa Station
1h27
7:34 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 36:15 AM Tokyo Station
1h35
7:50 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6316:21 AM Tokyo Station
1h47
8:08 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 36:22 AM Shinagawa Station
1h28
7:50 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6316:28 AM Shinagawa Station
1h40
8:08 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8016:30 AM Tokyo Station
2h36
9:06 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 56:33 AM Tokyo Station
1h37
8:10 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8016:37 AM Shinagawa Station
2h29
9:06 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 56:40 AM Shinagawa Station
1h30
8:10 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 76:48 AM Tokyo Station
1h37
8:25 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 76:55 AM Shinagawa Station
1h30
8:25 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8036:57 AM Tokyo Station
2h40
9:37 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2337:00 AM Tokyo Station
1h38
8:38 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7017:03 AM Tokyo Station
1h58
9:01 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8037:04 AM Shinagawa Station
2h33
9:37 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2337:07 AM Shinagawa Station
1h31
8:38 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7017:10 AM Shinagawa Station
1h51
9:01 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 97:12 AM Tokyo Station
1h36
8:48 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 97:19 AM Shinagawa Station
1h29
8:48 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8057:27 AM Tokyo Station
2h39
10:06 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 117:30 AM Tokyo Station
1h39
9:09 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8057:34 AM Shinagawa Station
2h32
10:06 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6337:36 AM Tokyo Station
1h43
9:19 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 117:37 AM Shinagawa Station
1h32
9:09 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
Saturday, July 11
JR Central10:39 PM Tokyo
1h37
12:16 AM Okazaki0 transfersDirect
Sunday, July 12
JR CentralNozomi 2377:39 AM Tokyo Station
1h36
9:15 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6337:43 AM Shinagawa Station
1h36
9:19 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2377:46 AM Shinagawa Station
1h29
9:15 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 137:48 AM Tokyo Station
1h37
9:25 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 137:55 AM Shinagawa Station
1h30
9:25 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8077:57 AM Tokyo Station
2h40
10:37 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 618:00 AM Tokyo Station
1h39
9:39 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7038:03 AM Tokyo Station
1h58
10:01 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8078:04 AM Shinagawa Station
2h33
10:37 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 618:07 AM Shinagawa Station
1h32
9:39 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7038:10 AM Shinagawa Station
1h51
10:01 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 158:12 AM Tokyo Station
1h36
9:48 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 158:19 AM Shinagawa Station
1h29
9:48 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2398:21 AM Tokyo Station
1h35
9:56 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8098:27 AM Tokyo Station
2h39
11:06 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2398:28 AM Shinagawa Station
1h28
9:56 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 178:30 AM Tokyo Station
1h39
10:09 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6358:33 AM Tokyo Station
1h46
10:19 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8098:34 AM Shinagawa Station
2h32
11:06 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 178:37 AM Shinagawa Station
1h32
10:09 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2418:39 AM Tokyo Station
1h36
10:15 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6358:40 AM Shinagawa Station
1h39
10:19 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2418:46 AM Shinagawa Station
1h29
10:15 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 638:48 AM Tokyo Station
1h37
10:25 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 638:55 AM Shinagawa Station
1h30
10:25 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8118:57 AM Tokyo Station
2h40
11:37 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2439:00 AM Tokyo Station
1h39
10:39 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7059:03 AM Tokyo Station
1h58
11:01 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8119:04 AM Shinagawa Station
2h33
11:37 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2439:07 AM Shinagawa Station
1h32
10:39 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7059:10 AM Shinagawa Station
1h51
11:01 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 199:12 AM Tokyo Station
1h36
10:48 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 199:19 AM Shinagawa Station
1h29
10:48 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2479:21 AM Tokyo Station
1h35
10:56 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8139:27 AM Tokyo Station
2h39
12:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2479:28 AM Shinagawa Station
1h28
10:56 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 219:30 AM Tokyo Station
1h39
11:09 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8139:34 AM Shinagawa Station
2h32
12:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6379:36 AM Tokyo Station
1h43
11:19 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 219:37 AM Shinagawa Station
1h32
11:09 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2499:39 AM Tokyo Station
1h36
11:15 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6379:43 AM Shinagawa Station
1h36
11:19 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2499:46 AM Shinagawa Station
1h29
11:15 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 659:48 AM Tokyo Station
1h37
11:25 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 659:55 AM Shinagawa Station
1h30
11:25 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8159:57 AM Tokyo Station
2h40
12:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 25110:00 AM Tokyo Station
1h39
11:39 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70710:03 AM Tokyo Station
1h58
12:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81510:04 AM Shinagawa Station
2h33
12:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 25110:07 AM Shinagawa Station
1h32
11:39 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70710:10 AM Shinagawa Station
1h51
12:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2310:12 AM Tokyo Station
1h36
11:48 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2310:19 AM Shinagawa Station
1h29
11:48 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 25310:21 AM Tokyo Station
1h35
11:56 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81710:27 AM Tokyo Station
2h39
1:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 25310:28 AM Shinagawa Station
1h28
11:56 AM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2510:30 AM Tokyo Station
1h39
12:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 63910:33 AM Tokyo Station
1h46
12:19 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81710:34 AM Shinagawa Station
2h32
1:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2510:37 AM Shinagawa Station
1h32
12:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 63910:40 AM Shinagawa Station
1h39
12:19 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 6710:48 AM Tokyo Station
1h37
12:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 6710:55 AM Shinagawa Station
1h30
12:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81910:57 AM Tokyo Station
2h40
1:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 25511:00 AM Tokyo Station
1h39
12:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70911:03 AM Tokyo Station
1h58
1:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 81911:04 AM Shinagawa Station
2h33
1:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 25511:07 AM Shinagawa Station
1h32
12:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 70911:10 AM Shinagawa Station
1h51
1:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2711:12 AM Tokyo Station
1h36
12:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2711:19 AM Shinagawa Station
1h29
12:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 82111:27 AM Tokyo Station
2h39
2:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2911:30 AM Tokyo Station
1h39
1:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 64111:33 AM Tokyo Station
1h41
1:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 82111:34 AM Shinagawa Station
2h32
2:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2911:37 AM Shinagawa Station
1h32
1:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 64111:40 AM Shinagawa Station
1h34
1:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 6911:48 AM Tokyo Station
1h37
1:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 6911:55 AM Shinagawa Station
1h30
1:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 82311:57 AM Tokyo Station
2h40
2:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 25712:00 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
1:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 71112:03 PM Tokyo Station
1h58
2:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 82312:04 PM Shinagawa Station
2h33
2:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 25712:07 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
1:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 71112:10 PM Shinagawa Station
1h51
2:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 3112:12 PM Tokyo Station
1h36
1:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 3112:19 PM Shinagawa Station
1h29
1:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 82512:27 PM Tokyo Station
2h39
3:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 3312:30 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
2:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 64312:33 PM Tokyo Station
1h41
2:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 82512:34 PM Shinagawa Station
2h32
3:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 3312:37 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
2:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 64312:40 PM Shinagawa Station
1h34
2:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 7112:48 PM Tokyo Station
1h37
2:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 7112:55 PM Shinagawa Station
1h30
2:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 82712:57 PM Tokyo Station
2h40
3:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2591:00 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
2:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7131:03 PM Tokyo Station
1h58
3:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8271:04 PM Shinagawa Station
2h33
3:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2591:07 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
2:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7131:10 PM Shinagawa Station
1h51
3:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 351:12 PM Tokyo Station
1h36
2:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 351:19 PM Shinagawa Station
1h29
2:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8291:27 PM Tokyo Station
2h39
4:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 371:30 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
3:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6451:33 PM Tokyo Station
1h41
3:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8291:34 PM Shinagawa Station
2h32
4:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 371:37 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
3:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6451:40 PM Shinagawa Station
1h34
3:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 731:48 PM Tokyo Station
1h37
3:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 731:55 PM Shinagawa Station
1h30
3:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8311:57 PM Tokyo Station
2h40
4:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2612:00 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
3:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7152:03 PM Tokyo Station
1h58
4:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8312:04 PM Shinagawa Station
2h33
4:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2612:07 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
3:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7152:10 PM Shinagawa Station
1h51
4:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 392:12 PM Tokyo Station
1h36
3:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 392:19 PM Shinagawa Station
1h29
3:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8332:27 PM Tokyo Station
2h39
5:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 412:30 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
4:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6472:33 PM Tokyo Station
1h41
4:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8332:34 PM Shinagawa Station
2h32
5:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 412:37 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
4:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6472:40 PM Shinagawa Station
1h34
4:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 752:48 PM Tokyo Station
1h37
4:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 752:55 PM Shinagawa Station
1h30
4:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8352:57 PM Tokyo Station
2h40
5:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2633:00 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
4:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7173:03 PM Tokyo Station
1h58
5:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8353:04 PM Shinagawa Station
2h33
5:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2633:07 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
4:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7173:10 PM Shinagawa Station
1h51
5:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 433:12 PM Tokyo Station
1h36
4:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 433:19 PM Shinagawa Station
1h29
4:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8373:27 PM Tokyo Station
2h39
6:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 453:30 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
5:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6493:33 PM Tokyo Station
1h41
5:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8373:34 PM Shinagawa Station
2h32
6:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 453:37 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
5:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2653:39 PM Tokyo Station
1h37
5:16 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6493:40 PM Shinagawa Station
1h34
5:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2653:46 PM Shinagawa Station
1h30
5:16 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 773:48 PM Tokyo Station
1h37
5:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 773:55 PM Shinagawa Station
1h30
5:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8393:57 PM Tokyo Station
2h40
6:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2674:00 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
5:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7194:03 PM Tokyo Station
1h58
6:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8394:04 PM Shinagawa Station
2h33
6:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2674:07 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
5:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7194:10 PM Shinagawa Station
1h51
6:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 474:12 PM Tokyo Station
1h36
5:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 474:19 PM Shinagawa Station
1h29
5:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8414:27 PM Tokyo Station
2h39
7:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 494:30 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
6:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6514:33 PM Tokyo Station
1h41
6:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8414:34 PM Shinagawa Station
2h32
7:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 494:37 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
6:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2694:39 PM Tokyo Station
1h37
6:16 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6514:40 PM Shinagawa Station
1h34
6:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2694:46 PM Shinagawa Station
1h30
6:16 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 514:48 PM Tokyo Station
1h37
6:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 514:55 PM Shinagawa Station
1h30
6:25 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8434:57 PM Tokyo Station
2h40
7:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2715:00 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
6:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7215:03 PM Tokyo Station
1h58
7:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8435:04 PM Shinagawa Station
2h33
7:37 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2715:07 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
6:39 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 7215:10 PM Shinagawa Station
1h51
7:01 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 535:12 PM Tokyo Station
1h36
6:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 535:19 PM Shinagawa Station
1h29
6:48 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2735:21 PM Tokyo Station
1h35
6:56 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8455:27 PM Tokyo Station
2h39
8:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2735:28 PM Shinagawa Station
1h28
6:56 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 555:30 PM Tokyo Station
1h39
7:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6535:33 PM Tokyo Station
1h41
7:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralKodama 8455:34 PM Shinagawa Station
2h32
8:06 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 555:37 PM Shinagawa Station
1h32
7:09 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2755:39 PM Tokyo Station
1h37
7:16 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralHikari 6535:40 PM Shinagawa Station
1h34
7:14 PM Nagoya Station0 transfersDirect
JR CentralNozomi 2755:46 PM Shinagawa Station
1h30
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Overview: Train from Tokyo to Okazaki

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Trains from Tokyo to Okazaki run on average 143 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.

There are 143 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 1h 35m.

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 $34 (€28)
Distance
154 miles (249 km)
Average train duration
1h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
$73 (€60)
Trains per day
143
Direct trains
143
Fastest train
1h 35m
First train
6:20 AM
Last train
10:18 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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 $34 (€28)

Information about the Tokyo to Okazaki train route

The Tokyo to Okazaki train journey is a straightforward and rewarding trip along one of Japan's most travelled rail corridors. Departing from Tokyo Station (1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005), the route follows the Tokaido Shinkansen before connecting onward to Okazaki Station (Hanecho, Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture 444-0813). While Okazaki is less frequently visited by international tourists than Nagoya or Kyoto, the city holds genuine appeal, most famously as the birthplace of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Edo shogunate, and home to the beautifully restored Okazaki Castle surrounded by one of Japan's most celebrated cherry blossom parks.

The most common approach for travelers taking the shinkansen from Tokyo to Okazaki is to ride the Tokaido Shinkansen to Toyohashi or Nagoya, then switch to a local or regional service on the Tokaido Main Line to reach Okazaki Station directly. Nagoya is the more convenient transfer point for most travelers, with frequent onward connections and a well-organized interchange. The route passes through some of central Japan's most scenic lowland and coastal areas, and the shinkansen portion offers classic views of the Japanese countryside between the Kanto and Tokai regions.

For travelers planning to combine this trip with visits to other destinations, Kyoto, Nagoya, Hiroshima, or beyond, the Tokyo to Okazaki bullet train connection fits naturally into a broader Japan itinerary without requiring significant detours.

We recommend using the JR Pass for traveling in trains all around Japan to save more money if you plan to do many trips. You can check the correct prices for every station or shinkansen connection in Omio's JR Pass information.

Tokyo to Okazaki by train: what to expect on board

The shinkansen leg of the okazaki to tokyo train journey operates from Tokyo Station's dedicated Shinkansen platforms, clearly marked in English throughout the concourse. The Tokaido Shinkansen is one of the busiest and best-maintained high-speed rail lines in the world, and the on-board experience sets a high standard for comfort, cleanliness, and punctuality.

Seating options

  • Ordinary (Standard) Class, comfortable, well-spaced seats that are perfectly adequate for this route. Seats come in a 3-2 configuration across the carriage.
  • Green Car (first class), wider seats with additional legroom and a noticeably quieter atmosphere, a worthwhile upgrade if you prefer a more relaxed journey.
  • Gran Class, available on select Nozomi services, offering premium-level seating and complimentary light refreshments. The most comfortable way to travel if budget allows.

Best seats for the view

One of the genuine highlights of traveling by shinkansen from Tokyo to Okazaki is the opportunity to spot Mount Fuji on a clear day. To make the most of it:

  • Sit on the right-hand side of the train (D or E window seats) when traveling from Tokyo toward Okazaki.
  • The best views of Mount Fuji appear roughly 40 to 50 minutes into the journey, between Shin-Fuji and Shizuoka stations.
  • Clear days between October and February provide the sharpest views, especially when the mountain carries snow on its peak.

On-board experience

The Tokaido Shinkansen is quiet, punctual, and impeccably clean. A trolley service passes through carriages with drinks, snacks, and hot beverages. That said, picking up an ekiben (station bento box) at Tokyo Station before departure is one of the small rituals that makes the journey genuinely enjoyable, the station has an exceptional range of regional options.

Best time of year to travel

  • Spring (late March to early May): Okazaki's castle park is one of Japan's most celebrated cherry blossom spots, drawing large crowds during peak bloom. The tokyo to okazaki by train route is busier than usual during this period, book ahead.
  • Autumn (October to November): Cooler temperatures and autumn foliage make this a comfortable and visually rewarding time to visit.
  • Winter (December to February): Fewer tourists, better chances of a clear Mount Fuji sighting, and a quieter experience at the castle and surrounding attractions.
  • Summer (July to August): The Okazaki Fireworks Festival, held in late July along the Oto River, is one of the largest in the Tokai region and worth timing a visit around, though trains and accommodation fill up quickly on event weekends.

Getting to Okazaki and beyond

Okazaki Station connects the city to a wider regional network, making it easy to continue exploring the Aichi Prefecture and the broader Tokai region after arriving from Tokyo.

Within Okazaki

From Okazaki Station, local buses and taxis serve the main sightseeing areas including Okazaki Castle, the Okazaki Park complex, and the Oto River district. The castle is approximately a 20-minute bus ride or a manageable taxi journey from the station. For those who prefer to explore at their own pace, rental bicycles are available near the station and are a popular option given the city's relatively flat terrain.

Onward connections from Okazaki

Okazaki's position on the Tokaido Main Line makes it well connected to the wider region:

  • Nagoya, a short hop by local train, putting one of Japan's most underrated cities within easy reach for a half-day or full-day side trip. Nagoya Castle, the Atsuta Shrine, and the city's famous food scene (try miso katsu and hitsumabushi) are all worth exploring.
  • Toyohashi, reachable in under 20 minutes, offering connections toward the Izu Peninsula and the scenic Iida Line.
  • Kyoto and Osaka, easily accessible by transferring back to the Shinkansen at Nagoya, making Okazaki a natural stop on a Tokyo–Kyoto itinerary rather than a detour.
  • Ise-Shima, the sacred shrines of Ise are accessible via Nagoya and the Kintetsu Limited Express, a worthwhile addition for travelers with extra time in the region.

If you are holding a JR Pass, it remains valid across the Tokaido Shinkansen and JR local lines, covering the majority of connections listed above and making multi-stop travel through the Tokai region straightforward and cost-effective.

What to expect when you arrive in Okazaki

Okazaki Station (Hanecho, Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture 444-0813) is a mid-sized regional station with a practical layout and easy access to local transport. While it lacks the grand scale of major Shinkansen termini, it is well organized and straightforward to navigate, with English signage at key points throughout the building.

Practical information at the station

  • Tourist information: A local tourist information counter near the station exit provides maps, sightseeing leaflets, and basic guidance in Japanese, with some English-language materials available. For more detailed assistance, the Okazaki City Tourism Association office near the castle area is a useful stop once you arrive in town.
  • Luggage storage: Coin lockers of varying sizes are available at the station, suitable for day bags and small luggage. If you are traveling with larger bags and plan to sightsee before checking in, it is worth using luggage forwarding (takuhaibin) from your previous hotel to have bags delivered directly to your Okazaki accommodation.
  • Currency and connectivity: ATMs accepting international cards can be found in the station vicinity, with convenience store ATMs (7-Eleven, Lawson) being the most reliable for foreign cards. Wi-Fi access is available at the station and in most central areas of the city.

Arriving in Okazaki for the first time

Okazaki rewards visitors who take the time to look beyond the castle. The Okazaki Park surrounding the castle grounds is one of the most pleasant green spaces in Aichi Prefecture and particularly memorable during cherry blossom season, when lanterns are lit along the river path in the evenings. The Oto River district is lined with miso breweries, Okazaki is famous for its Hatcho miso, a deeply flavoured variety aged in large cedar barrels, and a visit to one of the historic breweries near the river is a highlight many visitors remember long after leaving.

For those arriving via Omio, the platform and exit layout at Okazaki Station is uncomplicated, and taxis queue reliably outside the main exit throughout the day. The city operates at a noticeably more relaxed pace than Tokyo or Nagoya, which is a large part of its appeal, arriving here, it quickly becomes clear why travelers who make the effort to include it in their itinerary are rarely disappointed.

FAQs: Trains from Tokyo to Okazaki

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo to Okazaki 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 Okazaki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Tokyo to Okazaki, 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 time to travel by train from Tokyo to Okazaki is usually during quieter, off-peak periods. March is often a good month to find better-value tickets, and traveling midweek can also help.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Tokyo to Okazaki 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 Tokyo to Okazaki. 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 Tokyo to Okazaki is possible by train, with journey times of around 1h 35m each way. That said, Okazaki has a lot to see, so an overnight stay often makes for a more relaxed visit.
Yes, there are direct trains from Tokyo to Okazaki. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Tokyo to Okazaki takes around 1h 35m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Tokyo to Okazaki 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 Tokyo to Okazaki. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Tokyo to Okazaki 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 Okazaki 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 Tokyo to Okazaki, 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 Tokyo to Okazaki can cost as little as $73 (€60) when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around $77 (€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 Tokyo to Okazaki 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.
Trains from Tokyo to Okazaki typically depart from Tokyo Station, Shinagawa Station and arrive at Nagoya Station. In larger cities, there may be more than one station, so double-check the station name before you travel.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Tokyo to Okazaki. 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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