What is the cheapest way to get from Shimodate to Mito?

The cheapest way to get from Shimodate to Mito is to train via 友部 Tomobe which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimodate to Mito?

The fastest way to get from Shimodate to Mito is to drive which takes 46 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Shimodate and Mito?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shimodate and arriving at Mito(Ibaraki). Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Shimodate to Mito?

The distance between Shimodate and Mito is 45 km. The road distance is 48.9 km.

How do I travel from Shimodate to Mito without a car?

The best way to get from Shimodate to Mito without a car is to train via 友部 Tomobe which takes 1h and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Shimodate to Mito?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Shimodate to Mito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimodate to Mito train from?

Shimodate to Mito train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 下館 Shimodate station.

Where does the Shimodate to Mito train arrive?

Shimodate to Mito train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 友部 Tomobe station.

Can I drive from Shimodate to Mito?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimodate to Mito is 49 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Shimodate to Mito.

Where can I stay near Mito?

There are 142+ hotels available in Mito.

Shimodate to Mito - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shimodate to Mito by train, car, or taxi

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Train via 友部 Tomobe
best
1. Take the train from 下館 Shimodate to 友部 Tomobetrain JR水戸線 JR Mito Line / ...
1h
¥805–1,125
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shimodate to Mito(Ibaraki)train [15980] JR Mito / ...
1h 2m
¥800–1,100
Drive 48.9 km
1. Drive from Shimodate to Mitocar 48.9 km
46 min
¥845–1,220
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimodate to Mitotaxi 48.9 km
46 min
¥20,000–25,000

Shimodate to Mito by train

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Distance: 44.5 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Shimodate, Japan and Mito, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 下館 Shimodate to 友部 Tomobe hourly. Tickets cost ¥550–800 and the journey takes 39 min.

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