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Tokyo to Hiroshima by Shinkansen

The Tokyo to Hiroshima Shinkansen runs direct in about four hours on a through Nozomi, with no need to change trains. Reserve from Australia, pay in AUD, and board with a QR code. Here are the current fares, train options and times.

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Fastest

about 4h (Nozomi)

Typical

4h 10m

Transfers

Direct, some need a change at Shin Osaka

Distance

about 820 km

Daily services

frequent, roughly twice an hour

JR Pass

Hikari and Kodama covered; Nozomi needs a supplement

Tokyo to Hiroshima ticket prices

One-way fares by seat class. Return simply doubles the fare.

Seat class	Price (AUD)	Good to know
Non-reserved, Ordinary Car	from AUD 163	Cheapest, sit in any open non reserved seat
Reserved, Ordinary Car	from AUD 175	Strongly recommended on a four hour trip
Reserved, Green Car	from AUD 230	Business class 2 by 2 seating, more room

Fares are indicative from prices and vary by date, train and season. The live fare is shown when you search. As a guide, an Ordinary reserved seat is around ¥19,760.

Which train: Nozomi, Hikari or Kodama?

All three run the Tokyo–Hiroshima route direct — they differ in how many stations they skip.

Train	Journey time	Stops	Japan Rail Pass
Nozomi	about 4h	Direct, the fastest service	Supplement required
Sakura	4h 15m	Direct from Shin Osaka west	Covered by JR Pass
Hikari plus Sakura	4h 30m	A change at Shin Osaka	Covered by JR Pass

Timetable & departures

A sample of daily Tokyo → Hiroshima departures.

Depart Tokyo	Arrive Hiroshima	Train	Duration
06:00	10:00	Nozomi	4h 00m
07:00	11:00	Nozomi	4h 00m
09:00	13:05	Nozomi	4h 05m
12:00	16:00	Nozomi	4h 00m
14:00	18:10	Nozomi	4h 10m
16:00	20:05	Nozomi	4h 05m

Indicative departures. Direct Nozomi services run through the day, some requiring a quick change at Shin Osaka. Search your date for live times.

Tips for the journey

Look for a direct Nozomi

A through Nozomi runs the whole route in about four hours. Some services need a quick same platform change at Shin Osaka, so check before you board.

Reserve on a long trip

On a four hour journey a reserved seat is strongly recommended, and popular midday departures can sell out in peak season.

Scenery both ways

Mt Fuji appears on the right about 40 minutes out of Tokyo, and past Okayama the line runs close to the Seto Inland Sea.

Great with a rail pass

A return Tokyo to Hiroshima trip alone approaches the cost of a seven day pass, so the Japan Rail Pass often wins on this route.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Tokyo to Hiroshima bullet train?

A one way non reserved Ordinary ticket starts from about AUD 163, with reserved from around AUD 175 and Green Car from about AUD 230. Prices vary by date and season.

How long does the Tokyo to Hiroshima Shinkansen take?

About 4 hours on a direct Nozomi. Some services need a quick change at Shin Osaka, which can add a little time.

Is it better to fly or take the train?

It is close. The train takes four hours city to city with no airport hassle, while the flight is about 85 minutes but Hiroshima Airport is far from town.

Is it covered by the Japan Rail Pass?

Yes on the Hikari, Sakura and Kodama. The Nozomi needs a supplement. A return trip gets close to the price of a seven day pass.

Do I need to reserve a seat for four hours?

It is strongly recommended. A reserved seat guarantees you a spot for the long journey and popular departures can sell out.

Can I visit Miyajima from Hiroshima?

Yes. From Hiroshima Station it is a short train or tram ride to the ferry pier, then a ten minute ferry to Miyajima and its floating torii gate.

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