Is Mt. Fuji close to Tokyo or Kyoto?

The distance from Tokyo to Mount Fuji is around 100 km (62 miles), and from Kyoto to Mount Fuji is around 270 km (168 miles). It takes around 2-3 hours by car or train to get to Mount Fuji from Tokyo, and around 4-5 hours from Kyoto.



Mount Fuji is significantly closer to Tokyo than it is to Kyoto. It is located approximately 60 miles (100 km) southwest of Tokyo, and on a clear day, the iconic snow-capped peak is visible from the city's skyscrapers. A journey from Tokyo to the Mt. Fuji 5th Station or the popular Fuji Five Lakes area (like Lake Kawaguchiko) takes about 2 hours by bus or train. In contrast, Mt. Fuji is roughly 200 miles (320 km) away from Kyoto. If you are traveling from Kyoto, it takes at least 3 to 4 hours to reach the mountain, usually involving a Shinkansen (bullet train) ride to Mishima or Shin-Fuji station followed by a bus or taxi. Many travelers visiting both cities choose to view Mt. Fuji from the window of the Shinkansen as they travel between Tokyo and Kyoto; if you are heading toward Kyoto, you should sit on the right-hand side (Seat E) for the best view of the mountain as the train passes through the Shizuoka prefecture.

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Travelling between Tokyo and Mount Fuji by local trains takes about 2 to 3 hours, and includes at least one transfer. At Shinjuku Station, you can catch the JR Chuo limited express train and arrive to Kawaguchiko Station in about an hour.

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The Japan Rail Pass is valid only on a portion of the travel from Tokyo to Mount Fuji. At Shinjuku Station, take the JR Chuo Line to Otsuki Station. This leg takes around 1 hour, and is covered by your JR Pass. At Otsuki Station, you must transfer to the Fujikyu Railway Line to reach Kawaguchiko Station.

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Travelling between Tokyo and Mount Fuji by local trains takes about 2 to 3 hours, and includes at least one transfer. At Shinjuku Station, you can catch the JR Chuo limited express train and arrive to Kawaguchiko Station in about an hour.

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Although there is no Shinkansen to Mount Fuji, there is a convenient train called the Fuji Excursion, which connects the Mt. Fuji area directly to Shinjuku Station, one of Tokyo's busiest transit hubs. Follow along as we introduce the Fuji Excursion, its schedule, and fees!

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With a medium stay of 4-5 days in Kyoto, you'll have the opportunity to delve deeper into the city's rich history and culture. This extended duration allows you to venture beyond the most famous attractions and explore some of Kyoto's lesser-known gems.

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How to Get from Tokyo to Kyoto. Kyoto is 283 miles (445 km) from Tokyo, but you can get from Tokyo to Kyoto in just over two hours if you travel on a high-speed shinkansen (bullet train). By air, the journey will take about three hours, including ground transportation.

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Mount Fuji was once free to climb. The donation-based entrance has since turned into a mandatory fee, helping to protect and maintain the trails. The climbing pass now costs around ¥1,000 – less than $10. Buses from Kawaguchiko train station to the 5th Station cost 1,500 Yen one-way (Around $11).

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Helpful InfoHAKONE AND KAWAGUCHIKO Kawaguchiko gives one of the best views of Fuji in all of Japan, but the logistics of getting there and other activities are very limited. Hakone has good views of the mountain, but convenient connection to transportation and many other attractions in the area.

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Highway bus There are several bus companies that serve the Tokyo-Mount Fuji route. You can catch them at Tokyo Station, Shibuya Station, or Shinjuku Station. At Tokyo Station, JR Kanto and Fujikyu buses depart for Kawaguchiko Station once or twice in an hour. They take around 2 hours, and cost 1,800 yen.

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