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Trains from Koriyama

24Jun
1
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Koriyama
Tokyo

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Morning trains

06:47
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
1h 27m
08:14
TokyoTokyo Station
Direct
Yamabiko 202
from
6641 USD
1
1h 27m, Direct
06:47
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
08:14
TokyoTokyo Station
from
6641 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
07:02
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
1h 31m
08:33
TokyoTokyo Station
Direct
Yamabiko 204
from
6641 USD
1
1h 31m, Direct
07:02
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
08:33
TokyoTokyo Station
from
6641 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:30
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
1h 18m
13:48
TokyoTokyo Station
Direct
Tsubasa 138
from
7691 USD
1
1h 18m, Direct
12:30
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
13:48
TokyoTokyo Station
from
7691 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
12:30
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
1h 18m
13:48
TokyoTokyo Station
Direct
Yamabiko 138
from
6641 USD
1
1h 18m, Direct
12:30
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
13:48
TokyoTokyo Station
from
6641 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:30
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
1h 14m
19:44
TokyoTokyo Station
Direct
Tsubasa 154
from
7691 USD
1
1h 14m, Direct
18:30
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
19:44
TokyoTokyo Station
from
7691 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
18:30
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
1h 14m
19:44
TokyoTokyo Station
Direct
Yamabiko 154
from
6641 USD
1
1h 14m, Direct
18:30
KoriyamaKoriyama(Fukushima) Station
19:44
TokyoTokyo Station
from
6641 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
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First train

06:13
night

Last train

22:10
distance

Travel duration

1h 22m
daily-departure

Daily departures

42
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Departure station

Koriyama
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Tokyo
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Ticket price

from $49
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Fastest trip

1h 14m
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Longest trip

1h 39m

Trains to Koriyama

Inbound trains reach Koriyama at Koriyama Station. JR East Shinkansen services arrive from Tokyo Station in around 1h20m, while trains from Omiya reach Koriyama in about 55m. From northern Tohoku, Shinkansen services arrive from Sendai in roughly 45m and from Fukushima in around 15m. Regional trains from Aizu-Wakamatsu arrive in about 1h10m on the Ban-etsu West Line. Eastbound Fukushima services from Iwaki reach Koriyama in around 1h40m on the Ban-etsu East Line, and Suigun Line trains from Mito take about 3h.

Visiting Koriyama

Koriyama is one of Fukushima Prefecture's main rail hubs, located on the Tohoku Shinkansen between Tokyo, Fukushima, Sendai, and northern Tohoku. The city has one primary passenger rail hub, Koriyama Station, where JR East connects bullet train services with several regional lines across the prefecture. Trains from Koriyama include JR East Tohoku Shinkansen services, Yamagata Shinkansen through-services, and local or rapid trains on the Tohoku Main Line, Ban-etsu West Line, Ban-etsu East Line, and Suigun Line. Koriyama Station functions as the transfer point between north-south bullet train travel and east-west regional travel across inland Fukushima. Rail routes from Koriyama run south toward Utsunomiya, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo, north toward Fukushima and Sendai, west toward Aizu-Wakamatsu and Niigata connections, and east toward Iwaki on the Pacific side of Fukushima Prefecture. Book trains from and to Koriyama online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Koriyama

From Koriyama Station, JR East Shinkansen services run south toward Utsunomiya, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo, and north toward Fukushima, Sendai, and the wider Tohoku region. Yamabiko services form the main bullet train pattern at Koriyama, while Tsubasa trains use the Tohoku Shinkansen section before continuing toward Yamagata. Regional JR East routes spread from Koriyama across Fukushima Prefecture. The Tohoku Main Line follows the north-south conventional rail corridor, the Ban-etsu West Line heads toward Aizu-Wakamatsu, the Ban-etsu East Line runs toward Iwaki, and the Suigun Line provides a southern regional route toward Mito and Ibaraki Prefecture.

Koriyama

Koriyama - A major commercial and transportation hub in Fukushima Prefecture. Known for its central location and as a gateway to Lake Inawashiro and Mount Bandai.

Koriyama(Fukushima) Station

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Tokyo

Tokyo - Japan's vast capital city and the terminus for all Shinkansen lines. Major hubs include Tokyo Station, located near the Imperial Palace and the Ginza district.

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Booking Koriyama Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Koriyama train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom dates. Train prices vary by service type and seat choice; ticket counters remain available at Koriyama Station. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Koriyama with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing JR East Shinkansen or regional services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Koriyama train stations, mainly Koriyama Station, for routes on the Tohoku Shinkansen, Tohoku Main Line, Ban-etsu West Line, and Ban-etsu East Line.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Koriyama services include regular tickets for local JR East trains, reserved and non-reserved seating on many Shinkansen services, and Ordinary or Green Car options where available. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear for advance bullet train travel to and from Tokyo, Sendai, Fukushima, and other Tohoku Shinkansen stations.

Koriyama Train Travel FAQ and Tips

How do I buy train tickets to and from Koriyama?

Train tickets to and from Koriyama can be bought at Rail Monsters by entering Koriyama Station, selecting the travel date, and choosing JR East Shinkansen or regional train options. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Koriyama services, which helps for Golden Week, Obon, and New Year travel. Booking confirmation is sent by email after purchase.

Do bullet trains serve Koriyama?

Yes. Koriyama is served by JR East bullet trains on the Tohoku Shinkansen, including Yamabiko services between the Tokyo area and Tohoku. Yamagata Shinkansen Tsubasa through-services also use the same Shinkansen route through Koriyama before separating toward Yamagata at Fukushima. Regional JR East trains serve shorter routes across Fukushima Prefecture from the same station.

What is the main train station in Koriyama?

Koriyama Station is the main passenger rail station in the city. It handles JR East Tohoku Shinkansen and Yamagata Shinkansen services, plus regional trains on the Tohoku Main Line, Ban-etsu West Line, Ban-etsu East Line, and Suigun Line. For most long-distance and regional rail trips in Koriyama, this is the station travelers should select when searching.

Can I buy Koriyama train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute regional tickets from Koriyama are often available on the travel day, but Shinkansen reserved seats can become limited during Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom dates. Rail Monsters accepts Koriyama train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is useful for bullet train departures on the Tohoku Shinkansen.

What are the main train connections to and from Koriyama?

Koriyama connects with Tokyo in around 1h20m by JR East Shinkansen, Omiya in about 55m, Fukushima in around 15m, and Sendai in roughly 45m. Regional services link Koriyama with Aizu-Wakamatsu in around 1h10m on the Ban-etsu West Line and Iwaki in around 1h40m on the Ban-etsu East Line. Mito is reached by Suigun Line services in about 3h.

Is there an airport rail connection from Koriyama?

Koriyama does not have a dedicated airport rail link within the city. Travelers using rail for airport access usually connect by Shinkansen toward the Tokyo area for services onward to Tokyo's airports, or use regional transport for Fukushima Airport outside the rail network. For long-distance rail bookings, Koriyama Station remains the main point for JR East services.

What is the main train route from Koriyama?

The main long-distance route from Koriyama is the JR East Tohoku Shinkansen to Tokyo Station, taking around 1h20m on many Yamabiko services. Some Yamagata Shinkansen Tsubasa trains also stop at Koriyama while running on the Tohoku Shinkansen section. This route is the primary bullet train corridor for travelers heading between central Fukushima Prefecture and the Tokyo area.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Koriyama?

Seat reservations are recommended on JR East Shinkansen services from Koriyama, especially during Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and weekend periods. Many Yamabiko services offer both reserved and non-reserved seating, while some train types or cars may require reservation. Local JR East trains around Fukushima Prefecture generally use open seating and do not require a seat reservation.
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