What is the cheapest way to get from Asakusa to Kamakura?

The cheapest way to get from Asakusa to Kamakura is to subway and train which costs ¥950 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Asakusa to Kamakura?

The fastest way to get from Asakusa to Kamakura is to drive which takes 59 min and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct train between Asakusa and Kamakura?

No, there is no direct train from Asakusa to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from 浅草 Asakusa and arriving at 鎌倉 Kamakura via 新橋 Shimbashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Asakusa to Kamakura?

The distance between Asakusa and Kamakura is 59 km. The road distance is 57 km.

How do I travel from Asakusa to Kamakura without a car?

The best way to get from Asakusa to Kamakura without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥950 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Asakusa to Kamakura?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Asakusa to Kamakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Asakusa to Kamakura train from?

Asakusa to Kamakura train services, operated by Toei Subway, depart from 浅草 Asakusa station.

Where does the Asakusa to Kamakura train arrive?

Asakusa to Kamakura train services, operated by Toei Subway, arrive at 新橋 Shimbashi station.

Can I drive from Asakusa to Kamakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Asakusa to Kamakura is 57 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Asakusa to Kamakura.

Where can I stay near Kamakura?

There are 1070+ hotels available in Kamakura.

Asakusa to Kamakura - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Asakusa to Kamakura by subway, train, car, taxi, or bus

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from 浅草 Asakusa to 新橋 Shimbashisubway A
2. Take the train from 新橋 Shimbashi to 鎌倉 Kamakuratrain Jo
1h 15m
¥970–1,270
Drive 57 km
1. Drive from Asakusa to Kamakuracar 57 km
59 min
¥989–1,428
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Asakusa to Kamakurataxi 57 km
59 min
¥26,000–32,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 浅草六丁目 to 池袋駅東口bus 草６４
2. Take the train from Ikebukuro to Kamakuratrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku
2h 50m
¥1,160–1,510

Asakusa to Kamakura by subway and train

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.6 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Asakusa, Japan and Kamakura, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Asakusa to Kamakura. However, you can take the subway to 新橋 Shimbashi, walk to 新橋 Shimbashi, then take the train to 鎌倉 Kamakura. Alternatively, you can drive from Asakusa to Kamakura in around 59 min.

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