Does the Nozomi stop at Odawara?

No. Odawara is served by all Kodama trains and some Hikari trains. From Shin-Osaka, take a direct Hikari if available, or a Nozomi to Shin-Yokohama then a Kodama: the Nozomi also does not stop at Atami.

How long does the train journey from Odawara to Takayama take?

The train journey from Odawara to Takayama generally takes between 4 hours 30 minutes and 5 hours. It requires a transfer in Nagoya. Take a Shinkansen (Hikari or Kodama) from Odawara to Nagoya (approximately 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours), then a Limited Express Hida from Nagoya to Takayama (approximately 2 hours 30 minutes).

Is the Odawara - Takayama route included in the Japan Rail Pass?

Yes, the Odawara - Takayama route is fully included in the Japan Rail Pass. You will take a Hikari or Kodama Shinkansen to Nagoya, then the Limited Express Hida to Takayama. The journey takes approximately 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours, including the connection in Nagoya.

Where do I need to change trains to get from Odawara to Takayama?

To get from Odawara to Takayama, the main transfer point is Nagoya. You will take a Shinkansen (Hikari or Kodama) from Odawara to Nagoya. From there, the Limited Express Hida will take you directly to Takayama.

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