What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Takao to Kamakura?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Takao to Kamakura is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Takao to Kamakura?

The fastest way to get from Mount Takao to Kamakura is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct train between Mount Takao and Kamakura?

No, there is no direct train from Mount Takao station to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from Takaosan Station and arriving at 鎌倉 Kamakura via 高尾山口 Takaosanguchi, 北野 Kitano, 新宿 Shinjuku and 大船 Ōfuna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Mount Takao to Kamakura?

The distance between Mount Takao and Kamakura is 101 km. The road distance is 58.1 km.

How do I travel from Mount Takao to Kamakura without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Takao to Kamakura without a car is to train via 北野 Kitano which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2400.

How long does it take to get from Mount Takao to Kamakura?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Mount Takao to Kamakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Takao to Kamakura train from?

Mount Takao to Kamakura train services, operated by Keio Corporation, depart from 北野 Kitano station.

Where does the Mount Takao to Kamakura train arrive?

Mount Takao to Kamakura train services, operated by Keio Corporation, arrive at 新宿 Shinjuku station.

Can I drive from Mount Takao to Kamakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Takao to Kamakura is 58 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Mount Takao to Kamakura.

Where can I stay near Kamakura?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Kamakura.

Mount Takao to Kamakura - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Mount Takao to Kamakura by train, car, or taxi

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Train via 北野 Kitano
best
1. Take the train from 北野 Kitano to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Ko
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 大船 Ōfunatrain Js
2h 27m
¥1,860–2,370
Drive 58.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Takao to Kamakuracar 58.1 km
1h 2m
¥1,010–1,459
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mount Takao to Kamakurataxi 58.1 km
1h 2m
¥25,000–30,000
Train
1. Take the train from 高尾 Takao to Tōkyō Stationtrain Jc
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 鎌倉 Kamakuratrain Jo
2h 42m
¥1,707–2,323
Train #2
1. Take the train from 高尾 Takao to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Jc
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kamakuratrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku
3h 9m
¥1,560–2,134

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Distance: 100.9 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Mount Takao, Tokyo, Japan and Kamakura, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Takaosan Station to 鎌倉 Kamakura via Kiyotaki Station, 高尾山口 Takaosanguchi, 北野 Kitano, 新宿 Shinjuku, and 大船 Ōfuna in around 2h 27m.

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