Takayama to Tokyo train with JR Central

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Takayama to Tokyo

Showing times and prices for 26 May

Cheapest price

£58

Average price

£58

Fastest journey

4 h 23 m

Average duration

4 h 32 m

Trains per day

20

Distance

232 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Takayama to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Takayama to Tokyo will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.

Fast trains

To travel from Takayama to Tokyo you need to make at least one change.

  • JR CentralKodama 846+JR CentralHida 16
    15:345h44
    Takayama Station
    21:18Tokyo Station
    £581One-way
    1 change
  • JR CentralKodama 834+JR CentralHida 10
    12:355h43
    Takayama Station
    18:18Tokyo Station
    £581One-way
    1 change
  • JR CentralHikari 718+JR CentralHida 16
    15:345h08
    Takayama Station
    20:42Tokyo Station
    £581One-way
    1 change
  • JR CentralHida 2+JR CentralHikari 642
    6:454h27
    Takayama Station
    11:12Tokyo Station
    £581One-way
    1 change
  • JR CentralHikari 652+JR CentralHida 8
    11:354h37
    Takayama Station
    16:12Tokyo Station
    £581One-way
    1 change

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Compare coach, train and flight for Takayama to Tokyo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Takayama to Tokyo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £50.

Distance: 232 km

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4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

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Live departures

Takayama to Tokyo train times

The table below shows live departures for Takayama to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
JR CentralHikari 642+JR CentralHida 26:45 Takayama Station
4h27
11:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 700+JR CentralHida 26:45 Takayama Station
4h57
11:42 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 2+JR CentralKodama 8106:45 Takayama Station
5h33
12:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 702+JR CentralHida 48:00 Takayama Station
4h42
12:42 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 816+JR CentralHida 48:00 Takayama Station
5h48
13:48 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 652+JR CentralHida 811:35 Takayama Station
4h37
16:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 8+JR CentralKodama 83011:35 Takayama Station
5h43
17:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 834+JR CentralHida 1012:35 Takayama Station
5h43
18:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 654+JR CentralHida 1012:35 Takayama Station
4h34
17:09 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 12+JR CentralKodama 83813:35 Takayama Station
5h43
19:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 714+JR CentralHida 1213:35 Takayama Station
5h07
18:42 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 656+JR CentralHida 1213:35 Takayama Station
4h37
18:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 658+JR CentralHida 1414:46 Takayama Station
4h23
19:09 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 842+JR CentralHida 1414:46 Takayama Station
5h32
20:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 718+JR CentralHida 1615:34 Takayama Station
5h08
20:42 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 660+JR CentralHida 1615:34 Takayama Station
4h38
20:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 846+JR CentralHida 1615:34 Takayama Station
5h44
21:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 662+JR CentralHida 1816:33 Takayama Station
4h39
21:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHikari 720+JR CentralHida 1816:33 Takayama Station
5h03
21:36 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralKodama 850+JR CentralHida 1816:33 Takayama Station
5h39
22:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 2+JR CentralHikari 6426:45 Takayama Station
4h27
11:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 2+JR CentralHikari 7006:45 Takayama Station
4h57
11:42 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 2+JR CentralKodama 8106:45 Takayama Station
5h33
12:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 4+JR CentralHikari 7028:00 Takayama Station
4h42
12:42 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 4+JR CentralKodama 8168:00 Takayama Station
5h48
13:48 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 8+JR CentralHikari 65211:35 Takayama Station
4h37
16:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 8+JR CentralKodama 83011:35 Takayama Station
5h43
17:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 10+JR CentralKodama 83412:35 Takayama Station
5h43
18:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 10+JR CentralHikari 65412:35 Takayama Station
4h34
17:09 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 12+JR CentralKodama 83813:35 Takayama Station
5h43
19:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 12+JR CentralHikari 71413:35 Takayama Station
5h07
18:42 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 12+JR CentralHikari 65613:35 Takayama Station
4h37
18:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 14+JR CentralKodama 84214:46 Takayama Station
5h32
20:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 14+JR CentralHikari 65814:46 Takayama Station
4h23
19:09 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 16+JR CentralKodama 84615:34 Takayama Station
5h44
21:18 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 16+JR CentralHikari 71815:34 Takayama Station
5h08
20:42 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 16+JR CentralHikari 66015:34 Takayama Station
4h38
20:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 18+JR CentralHikari 66216:33 Takayama Station
4h39
21:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 18+JR CentralKodama 85016:33 Takayama Station
5h39
22:12 Tokyo Station1 change
JR CentralHida 18+JR CentralHikari 72016:33 Takayama Station
5h03
21:36 Tokyo Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Takayama to Tokyo

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Trains from Takayama to Tokyo run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 18:48. The fastest train covers the 232 km distance in 4h 9m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £41
Distance
232 km
Average train duration
4h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£57
Trains per day
34
Fastest train
4h 9m
First train
6:00
Last train
18:48
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £41

Train companies: JR Central from Takayama to Tokyo trainsJR Central trains will get you between Takayama and Tokyo from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Luggage & cancellation policy
JR Central frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Takayama to Tokyo train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Takayama to Tokyo by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Takayama to Tokyo can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £57, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from Takayama to Tokyo covers a distance of 232 km and takes approximately 4h 9m. Trains run 34 per day.
The train distance from Takayama to Tokyo is 232 km.
The first train from Takayama to Tokyo leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Takayama to Tokyo departs at 18:48.
Trains from Takayama to Tokyo run approximately 34 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Takayama to Tokyo.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Takayama to Tokyo.
To get from Takayama to Tokyo, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Takayama to Tokyo.
The train station in Takayama that goes to Tokyo is Takayama Station, and it arrives at Tokyo Station.
The cheapest way to get from Takayama to Tokyo is by coach, costing approximately £41.
Booking trains from Takayama to Tokyo in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Takayama to Tokyo.

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Important Stations and Airports in Takayama and Tokyo

Takayama
Tokyo
The major train station for departures in Takayama is Takayama Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Takayama Station for your trip from Takayama to Tokyo.
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Amenities at train station
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ATMATM
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
1-22-2 Showa-cho, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture 509-0141, Japan
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00–22:00
carConnection
Car connection
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Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available in the station area.
Parking
Parking
  • Limited parking available; fees may apply.
Dining
Dining
  • Several dining options, including a café and convenience store.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available at the station's taxi stand.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station is wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
WC
WC
  • Restrooms available on station premises.
Public transport options for Takayama Station
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