Access Information
How to reach Kamakura Station and Kita-Kamakura Station from major stations
⚠️ Travel times and fares are approximate. Please check each railway operator's official website for current timetables and fares.
From Tokyo Station
| Destination | Line | Duration | Fare | Transfers | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamakura Station | JR Yokosuka Line (direct) | About 56 min | ¥940 | Direct | Via Shinagawa, Yokohama, and Ofuna. The Shonan-Shinjuku Line can also be used. |
| Kita-Kamakura Station | JR Yokosuka Line (direct) | About 52 min | ¥940 | Direct | One stop before Kamakura Station. A convenient starting point for Engaku-ji and Kencho-ji. |
From Yokohama Station
| Destination | Line | Duration | Fare | Transfers | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamakura Station | JR Yokosuka Line (direct) | About 27 min | ¥360 | Direct | The most frequent and convenient option. |
| Kita-Kamakura Station | JR Yokosuka Line (direct) | About 23 min | ¥360 | Direct |
From Shinjuku Station
| Destination | Line | Duration | Fare | Transfers | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamakura Station | JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line | About 65 min | ¥940 | Direct | Direct, no transfer needed. Somewhat less frequent. |
From Shinagawa Station
| Destination | Line | Duration | Fare | Transfers | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamakura Station | JR Yokosuka Line (direct) | About 46 min | ¥780 | Direct |
From Shibuya Station
| Destination | Line | Duration | Fare | Transfers | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamakura Station | JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line | About 58 min | ¥940 | Direct | Via Ebisu and Osaki. |
By Car
From Tokyo: About 15 min from the "Asaina" or "Kamariya" interchange on the Yokohama-Yokosuka Road
From Yokohama: About 10 min from the "Asaina" interchange on the Yokohama-Yokosuka Road
⚠️ Kamakura has many narrow streets, and traffic can be heavy on weekends and holidays. We strongly recommend visiting by train.