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

The cheapest way to get from Mitaka to Kamakura is to drive which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Mitaka to Kamakura is to drive which takes 57 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Mitaka and Kamakura?

No, there is no direct train from Mitaka to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from 吉祥寺 Kichijōji and arriving at 鎌倉 Kamakura via Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Mitaka to Kamakura?

The distance between Mitaka and Kamakura is 77 km. The road distance is 51.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Mitaka to Kamakura without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Mitaka to Kamakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mitaka to Kamakura train from?

Mitaka to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 吉祥寺 Kichijōji station.

Where does the Mitaka to Kamakura train arrive?

Mitaka to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Mitaka to Kamakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Mitaka to Kamakura is 51 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Mitaka to Kamakura.

Where can I stay near Kamakura?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Kamakura.

Mitaka to Kamakura - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Mitaka to Kamakura by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 吉祥寺 Kichijōji to Tōkyō Stationtrain Jc / ...
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 鎌倉 Kamakuratrain Jo
1h 37m
¥1,270–1,764
Drive 51.4 km
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1. Drive from Mitaka to Kamakuracar 51.4 km
57 min
¥878–1,269
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mitaka to Kamakurataxi 51.4 km
57 min
¥26,000–32,000
Train via 渋谷 Shibuya
1. Take the train from 三鷹台 Mitakadai to 渋谷 Shibuyatrain In
2. Take the train from Shibuya to Kamakuratrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku
2h 13m
¥979–1,300

Mitaka to Kamakura by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

¥1,270Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.5 km
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a train from 吉祥寺 Kichijōji to 鎌倉 Kamakura via Tōkyō Station in around 1h 37m.

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