Tokyo to Hakone via Train
The distance between Tokyo and Hakone is approximately 53 miles (85 kilometers). Hakone-Yumoto Station is the transportation hub of the Hakone area and the preferred place to stay.
From Shinjuku Station to Hakone-Yumoto Station
If you don’t have a JR PASS, start from Shinjuku Station and purchase the Hakone Freepass. The Hakone Freepass allows free rides on the Odakyu Line, Hakonetozan Line, and other transportation within the Hakone area. However, taking the Limited Express Romancecar requires an additional 1200 yen.
| Option | Route | Total Time | Fare | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fastest | Take the Limited Express Romancecar directly to Hakone-Yumoto Station. | 1h 24m | 2470 yen | 0 |
| Cheapest | Take the Odakyu Line Rapid-Express to Odawara Station, then transfer to the Hakonetozan Line to Hakone-Yumoto Station. | 2h 3m | 1270 yen | 1 |
You can use Japan Transit Planner to find more information
From Tokyo Station to Hakone-Yumoto Station
If you have a JR PASS, start from Tokyo Station and take the Shinkansen or a regular JR train to Odawara Station. Then purchase the Hakone Freepass, which allows free rides on the Hakonetozan Line and other transportation within the Hakone area.
| Option | Route | Total Time | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fastest | Take the Shinkansen Kodama to Odawara Station, then transfer to the Hakonetozan Line to Hakone-Yumoto Station. | 1h 12m | 3640 yen |
| Cheapest | Take the JR Tokaido Line to Odawara Station, then transfer to the Hakonetozan Line to Hakone-Yumoto Station. | 1h 58m | 1880 yen |
You can use Japan Transit Planner to find more information
Brief Introduction to Limited Express Romancecar
The Limited Express Romancecar is an express train operated by Odakyu Electric Railway. It is the fastest way to travel from Shinjuku to Hakone.
Route: Shinjuku to Hakone-Yumoto Station
Travel time: 80 minutes
Fare: 2470 yen. If you have purchased the Hakone Freepass, you will need to pay an additional 1200 yen for the limited express ticket
Schedule: First/Last departure times can be found on the timetable
JR Pass accepted: No
Ticket Purchase: Ticket counters, Ticket machines, or online reservations
Official Website: Limited Express Romancecar
Selected Video: How to get to Hakone Yumoto from Shinjuku
Brief Introduction to Odakyu Line Rapid-Express
This is a regular train operated by Odakyu Electric Railway. It is inexpensive but tends to be crowded. For more information, you can read How the Romancecar is different from regular trains
Route: Shinjuku to Odawara Station
Travel time: 1 hour 27 minutes
Fare: 910 yen, Free for Hakone Freepass holders
Schedule: First/Last departure times can be found on the timetable
JR Pass accepted: No
Ticket Purchase: Ticket counters or Ticket machines
Brief Introduction to Hakone Freepass
With the Hakone Freepass, you can enjoy unlimited rides on transportation within the Hakone area and get discounts at certain attractions. You can purchase it either on Klook or by visiting the site in person.
| Departure station | Valid for 2 days | Valid for 3 days |
|---|---|---|
| From Shinjuku | 6,100 yen | 6,500 yen |
| From Odawara | 5,000 yen | 5,400 yen |