How long does the train journey from Tokyo to Yokohama take?

The train journey from Tokyo Station to Yokohama Station takes between 25 and 30 minutes. The JR Tokaido Line is one of the fastest options for this direct route.

Is the Japan Rail Pass valid between Tokyo and Yokohama?

Yes, the Japan Rail Pass is valid on JR lines connecting Tokyo to Yokohama. You can take local or rapid trains on the JR Tokaido, Yokosuka, or Keihin-Tohoku lines for this direct journey. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes from Tokyo Station to Yokohama Station.

Should you take a local train or the Shinkansen between Tokyo and Yokohama?

For this journey the local train is the better choice. The Shinkansen arrives at Shin-Yokohama and requires a connection to reach Yokohama station. On the JR Tokaido or Keihin-Tohoku lines, the direct ride from Tokyo station takes about 25 to 35 minutes.

What is the difference between Yokohama Station and Shin-Yokohama Station?

Shin-Yokohama is the station serving the Tokaido Shinkansen, for long-distance travel to Tokyo, Nagoya, Kyoto, and Osaka. Yokohama Station is a major hub for local and regional lines, including several JR and private lines. The two stations are distinct and connected by local trains.

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This journey largely follows the route of Japan's very first railway line, inaugurated in 1872 between Shinbashi (near the current Tokyo Station) and Yokohama — the very beginning of the railway era in the country.