Tokyo to Hiroshima Shinkansen
Use this guide to plan rail travel between Tokyo and Hiroshima. Confirm the final operator, timetable, and ticket conditions before departure.
3h 57mDuration
812 kmDistance
Every 20 minsFrequency
Route Overview
A cross-island classic journey. Starting from bustling Tokyo, passing through the foot of Mt. Fuji and the Kansai region, finally arriving in historic Hiroshima.
Trip Highlights
Cross-Country Speed
Cover over 800km in under 4 hours on the Nozomi bullet train.
Kansai Scenery
Pass through Nagoya, Kyoto, and Osaka, seeing the heart of Western Japan.
Seat Classes
Ordinary Car | Standard Seat
$$Budget-conscious travelers
- Reserved and non-reserved seating
- Reclining seats
- Fold-out tables
- Overhead luggage racks
- Power outlets (window seats)
- 2+3 seating
First Class | Green Car
$$$Comfort seekers and travelers
- Extra legroom
- Wider seats
- Reading lights
- Footrests
- Quieter environment
- Elevated seating for better views
- Extra space
- 2+2 seating
Gran Class
$$$$Business and comfort seekers
- Extra legroom
- Wider seats
- Reading lights
- Footrests
- Quieter environment
- 2+1 seating
FAQ for Tokyo to Hiroshima
Is direct service available?
Yes, Nozomi trains provide direct service from Tokyo to Hiroshima.