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Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tokyo to Takayama is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tokyo to Takayama will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
To travel from Tokyo to Takayama you need to make at least one change.
Hikari 655+
Hida 1918:034h46Tokyo Station22:49Takayama Station£681One-way1 change- Hikari 633+Hida 57:364h38Tokyo Station12:14Takayama Station£681One-way1 change
Kodama 827+Hida 1512:575h48Tokyo Station18:45Takayama Station£681One-way1 change- Hikari 631+Hida 36:214h37Tokyo Station10:58Takayama Station£681One-way1 change
- Hikari 719+Hida 1716:034h48Tokyo Station20:51Takayama Station£681One-way1 change
- Hikari 631+Hida 36:214h37Tokyo Station10:58Takayama Station£681One-way1 change
- Hikari 633+Hida 57:364h38Tokyo Station12:14Takayama Station£681One-way1 change
- Hikari 637+Hida 99:364h38Tokyo Station14:14Takayama Station£681One-way1 change
- Hikari 655+Hida 1918:034h46Tokyo Station22:49Takayama Station£681One-way1 change
- Hikari 719+Hida 1716:034h48Tokyo Station20:51Takayama Station£681One-way1 change
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Tokyo to Takayama
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Takayama 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 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £104.
Distance: 232 km
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£72 Average Price | £168 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Tokyo to Takayama train times
The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Takayama trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hikari 631+Hida 3 | 6:21 Tokyo Station | 4h37 | 10:58 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 801+Hida 5 | 6:30 Tokyo Station | 5h44 | 12:14 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Hikari 633+Hida 5 | 7:36 Tokyo Station | 4h38 | 12:14 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 809+Hida 9 | 8:27 Tokyo Station | 5h47 | 14:14 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Hikari 637+Hida 9 | 9:36 Tokyo Station | 4h38 | 14:14 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 827+Hida 15 | 12:57 Tokyo Station | 5h48 | 18:45 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 835+Hida 17 | 14:57 Tokyo Station | 5h54 | 20:51 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Hikari 719+Hida 17 | 16:03 Tokyo Station | 4h48 | 20:51 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 845+Hida 19 | 17:27 Tokyo Station | 5h22 | 22:49 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Hikari 655+Hida 19 | 18:03 Tokyo Station | 4h46 | 22:49 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Hikari 631+Hida 3 | 6:21 Tokyo Station | 4h37 | 10:58 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 801+Hida 5 | 6:30 Tokyo Station | 5h44 | 12:14 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Hikari 633+Hida 5 | 7:36 Tokyo Station | 4h38 | 12:14 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 809+Hida 9 | 8:27 Tokyo Station | 5h47 | 14:14 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Hikari 637+Hida 9 | 9:36 Tokyo Station | 4h38 | 14:14 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 827+Hida 15 | 12:57 Tokyo Station | 5h48 | 18:45 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 835+Hida 17 | 14:57 Tokyo Station | 5h54 | 20:51 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Hikari 719+Hida 17 | 16:03 Tokyo Station | 4h48 | 20:51 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Kodama 845+Hida 19 | 17:27 Tokyo Station | 5h22 | 22:49 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
| Hikari 655+Hida 19 | 18:03 Tokyo Station | 4h46 | 22:49 Takayama Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tokyo to Takayama
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Trains from Tokyo to Takayama run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 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 19m.
Distance 232 km |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 18:48 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: JR Central from Tokyo to Takayama trainsJR Central trains will get you between Tokyo and Takayama 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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FAQs: Tokyo to Takayama train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo to Takayama 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 Takayama, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tokyo and Takayama
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Parking
Dining
ATM
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Ticket Office
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- Free Wi-Fi available in certain areas; some cafes and restaurants offer free Wi-Fi.
- Multiple parking facilities available, including Daimaru Tokyo's parking garage.
- Numerous dining options, including Tokyo Ramen Street, Tokyo Sweets Land, and various cafes and restaurants.
- Available at multiple exits, including Yaesu North and Marunouchi South.
- Elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms available; nursing rooms and baby changing facilities provided.
- Clean, free restrooms located throughout the station; accessible facilities available.
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WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00–22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station area.
- Limited parking available; fees may apply.
- Several dining options, including a café and convenience store.
- Available at the station's taxi stand.
- Station is wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
- Restrooms available on station premises.
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