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Tokyo to Nagoya by Shinkansen

The Tokyo to Nagoya Shinkansen is one of the quickest long distance hops in Japan, dropping you in the centre of the country in around 100 minutes. 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

1h 40m (Nozomi)

Typical

1h 55m (Hikari)

Transfers

Direct, no transfers

Distance

about 366 km

Daily services

300+ trains a day

JR Pass

Hikari and Kodama covered; Nozomi needs a supplement

Tokyo to Nagoya 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 93	Cheapest, sit in any open non reserved seat
Reserved, Ordinary Car	from AUD 100	Guaranteed seat, best in peak season
Reserved, Green Car	from AUD 132	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 ¥11,300.

Which train: Nozomi, Hikari or Kodama?

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

Train	Journey time	Stops	Japan Rail Pass
Nozomi	1h 40m	Fewest stops, the fastest service	Supplement required
Hikari	1h 55m	A few extra stops	Covered by JR Pass
Kodama	2h 55m	Stops at every station	Covered by JR Pass

Timetable & departures

A sample of daily Tokyo → Nagoya departures.

Depart Tokyo	Arrive Nagoya	Train	Duration
06:00	07:40	Nozomi	1h 40m
07:33	09:13	Nozomi	1h 40m
09:03	10:58	Hikari	1h 55m
12:00	13:40	Nozomi	1h 40m
15:57	18:52	Kodama	2h 55m
18:30	20:10	Nozomi	1h 40m

Indicative departures. Nozomi trains run roughly every 10 minutes from around 06:00 to 21:24. Search your date for live times.

Tips for the journey

Depart Tokyo or Shinagawa

All Tokaido Shinkansen call at Tokyo Station and Shinagawa. Nagoya Station sits right in the city and connects to the subway for onward travel.

A quick Mt Fuji view

Even on this shorter run you can catch Mt Fuji on the right hand side about 40 minutes out of Tokyo. Choose seats D or E for the view on a clear day.

Reserve in peak season

It is worth reserving in busy holiday periods, though on a quiet midweek trip you can often just walk onto a non reserved car.

Luggage

Two bags per person up to 30 kg go on the racks. Oversized bags over 160 cm need a reserved seat with an oversized baggage space, free if booked ahead.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Tokyo to Nagoya bullet train?

A one way non reserved Ordinary ticket starts from about AUD 93, with reserved from around AUD 100 and Green Car from about AUD 132. Prices vary by date and season.

How long does the Tokyo to Nagoya Shinkansen take?

About 1 hour 40 minutes on the fastest Nozomi. The Hikari is a little longer and the all stations Kodama around 2 hours 55 minutes.

Is it covered by the Japan Rail Pass?

Yes for the Hikari and Kodama. The Nozomi needs a supplement on top of the standard pass.

Should I fly from Tokyo to Nagoya?

No. The trip is too short for flying to make sense once you add airport time. The Shinkansen is faster and drops you in the city.

Do I need to reserve a seat?

Not necessarily. Non reserved cars are available, though reserving is worthwhile in peak holiday periods.

Can I see Mt Fuji on the way?

Yes, briefly, on the right hand side about 40 minutes out of Tokyo on a clear day.

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