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

The cheapest way to get from Shinkansen to Kamakura is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinkansen to Kamakura is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Shinkansen and Kamakura?

No, there is no direct train from Shinkansen to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from 函南 Kannami and arriving at 鎌倉 Kamakura via 熱海 Atami and 大船 Ōfuna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Shinkansen to Kamakura?

The distance between Shinkansen and Kamakura is 73 km. The road distance is 72.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinkansen to Kamakura without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Shinkansen to Kamakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shinkansen to Kamakura train from?

Shinkansen to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 熱海 Atami station.

Where does the Shinkansen to Kamakura train arrive?

Shinkansen to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 大船 Ōfuna station.

Can I drive from Shinkansen to Kamakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinkansen to Kamakura is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Shinkansen to Kamakura.

Where can I stay near Kamakura?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Kamakura.

Shinkansen to Kamakura - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shinkansen to Kamakura by train, night bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from 熱海 Atami to 大船 Ōfunatrain Jt / ...
1h 33m
¥1,223–1,888
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from 熱海 Atami to 小田原 Odawaratrain Jt / ...
2. Take the nightbus from Odawara Station to Kamakura Stationnightbus
2h 34m
Drive 72.1 km
1. Drive from Shinkansen to Kamakuracar 72.1 km
1h 27m
¥1,225–1,770
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shinkansen to Kamakurataxi 72.1 km
1h 27m
¥37,000–45,000

Shinkansen to Kamakura by train

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1h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.1 km
Duration: 1h 33m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 熱海 Atami to 大船 Ōfuna every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥900–1,300 and the journey takes 1h.

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