What is the cheapest way to get from Hakone to Shimoda?

The cheapest way to get from Hakone to Shimoda is to drive which costs ¥1400 - ¥2200 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hakone to Shimoda?

The fastest way to get from Hakone to Shimoda is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct train between Hakone and Shimoda?

No, there is no direct train from Hakone to Shimoda. However, there are services departing from Kowakidani and arriving at Izukyū-Shimoda via Hakone-Yumoto and Odawara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Hakone to Shimoda?

The distance between Hakone and Shimoda is 86 km. The road distance is 87 km.

How do I travel from Hakone to Shimoda without a car?

The best way to get from Hakone to Shimoda without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h and costs ¥2700 - ¥3900.

How long does it take to get from Hakone to Shimoda?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Hakone to Shimoda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hakone to Shimoda train from?

Hakone to Shimoda train services, operated by Hakone Tozan Railway, depart from Kowakidani station.

Where does the Hakone to Shimoda train arrive?

Hakone to Shimoda train services, operated by Hakone Tozan Railway, arrive at Hakone-Yumoto station.

Can I drive from Hakone to Shimoda?

Yes, the driving distance between Hakone to Shimoda is 87 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Hakone to Shimoda.

Where can I stay near Shimoda?

There are 365+ hotels available in Shimoda.

Hakone to Shimoda - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hakone to Shimoda by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Moto-Hakone to Atami Sta.bus Atami-Hakone
2. Take the train from Atami to Izukyū-Shimodatrain Itou Sen / ...
3h
¥2,764–3,835
Drive 87 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hakone to Shimodacar 87 km
1h 45m
¥1,492–2,155
Train
1. Take the train from Kowakidani to Hakone-Yumototrain Hakone Tozan Train
2. Take the train from Odawara to Izukyū-Shimodatrain Odoriko
3h 22m
¥1,740–2,384

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Distance: 86.5 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Hakone, Japan and Shimoda, Shizuoka, Japan?

You can take a train from Kowakidani to Izukyū-Shimoda via Hakone-Yumoto and Odawara in around 3h 22m.

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