Fly Direct from Overseas
- Over 100 cities around the world offer direct international flights to Tokyo.
- There are two international airports
- Narita Airport (1 hour to Tokyo)
- Haneda Airport (30 min to Tokyo)
- If you're coming from Osaka, Kyoto, or Nagoya, the bullet train (shinkansen) is the best way to reach Tokyo.
How to Get Tohoku:
- YES: International Flight
- YES: Domestic Flight
- YES: Bullet Train (Shinkansen)
- YES: Driving
1. International Flight
Most major cities around the world have daily direct flights to Tokyo. Unless you have a special reason, flying straight to Tokyo is the most convenient option.
2. Domestic Flight
While there are many domestic flights from Osaka to Tokyo, the bullet train is generally more convenient. Unless you're connecting through an international flight, flying is not the recommended option.
From Kansai Airport to Tokyo
- Flight time: ~1.5 hours
- Daily frequency:
- To Haneda Airport: 10+ flights
- To Narita Airport: 5+ flights
- Cost: ¥10,000-15,000 one-way
3. Bullet Train
From Osaka, Kyoto, or Nagoya, take the bullet train
The bullet train is the most convenient way to travel from Shin-Osaka, Kyoto, or Nagoya, to Tokyo, thanks to its high frequency and direct access to central stations instead of airports.
From Shin-Osaka Station to Tokyo Station
- Ride time: ~2.5 hours
- Daily frequency: 350+ departures
- Cost: ~¥ 15,000 one-way
4. Driving
Recommended: 4+ Day Road Trip
While Osaka and Tokyo are connected by expressway, the long drive and costly one-way fees make the bullet train better for direct travel. However, a 4+ day sightseeing road trip is highly recommended.
Driving from Osaka to Tokyo
- Distance: 500km
- Driving time: ~7 hours
- Total time with break: 9-10 hours
- Cost
- Expressway tolls: ~¥12,000
- One-way rental fee (in addition to regular rental cost): ~¥50,000
1-Day Drive
Not recommended due to the long distance, time, and high cost.
2-3 Day Drive
We recommend staying overnight in Nagoya or Hakone/Atami. However, it’s still a long and tiring drive, so this option is not highly recommended
4+ Day Drive
If you have 4 or more days, you can enjoy sightseeing through Central Japan on your way to Tokyo. Drive Japan offers over 10 one-way itineraries from Nagoya to Tokyo — Search and find the one that suits your travel style!
How can I get to Tokyo?
Fly Direct from Overseas
- Over 100 cities around the world offer direct international flights to Tokyo.
- There are two international airports
- Narita Airport (1 hour to Tokyo)
- Haneda Airport (30 min to Tokyo)
- If you're coming from Osaka, Kyoto, or Nagoya, the bullet train (shinkansen) is the best way to reach Tokyo.
How to get to Tokyo
- 1.YES: International Flight
- 2.YES: Domestic Flight
- 3.YES: Bullet Train (Shinkansen)
- 4.YES: Driving
1. International Flight
Most major cities around the world have daily direct flights to Tokyo. Unless you have a special reason, flying straight to Tokyo is the most convenient option.
2. Domestic Flight
While there are many domestic flights from Osaka to Tokyo, the bullet train is generally more convenient. Unless you're connecting through an international flight, flying is not the recommended option.
From Kansai Airport to Tokyo
- Flight time: ~1.5 hours
- Daily frequency:
- To Haneda Airport: 10+ flights
- To Narita Airport: 5+ flights
- Cost: ¥10,000-15,000 one-way
3. Bullet Train
From Osaka, Kyoto, or Nagoya, take the bullet train
The bullet train is the most convenient way to travel from Shin-Osaka, Kyoto, or Nagoya, to Tokyo, thanks to its high frequency and direct access to central stations instead of airports.
From Shin-Osaka Station to Tokyo Station
- Ride time: ~2.5 hours
- Daily frequency: 350+ departures
- Cost: ~¥15,000 one-way
4. Driving
Recommended: 4+ Day Road Trip
While Osaka and Tokyo are connected by expressway, the long drive and costly one-way fees make the bullet train better for direct travel. However, a 4+ day sightseeing road trip is highly recommended.
Driving from Osaka to Tokyo
- Distance: 500km
- Driving time: ~7 hours
- Total time with break: 9-10 hours
- Cost:
- Expressway tolls: ~¥12,000
- One-way rental fee (in addition to regular rental cost): ~¥50,000
1-Day Drive
Not recommended due to the long distance, time, and high cost.
2-3 Day Drive
We recommend staying overnight in Nagoya or Hakone/Atami. However, it's still a long and tiring drive, so this option is not highly recommended.
4+ Day Drive
If you have 4 or more days, you can enjoy sightseeing through Central Japan on your way to Tokyo. Drive Japan offers over 10 one-way itineraries from Nagoya to Tokyo — Search and find the one that suits your travel style!