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Shonan Train Bus Guide

Shonan Train Bus Guide
5 min read Apr 15, 2026 2000 words Updated: Apr 17, 2026

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This comprehensive guide provides essential information about Shonan Train & Bus Guide 2026: Complete Transportation for Fujisawa, Kamakura, Chigasaki. Discover local insights, practical tips, and hidden gems to enhance your visit to Kanagawa.

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Introduction: Shonan Transportation Overview

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The Shonan area (Shonan), comprising Fujisawa, Kamakura, Chigasaki, and surrounding areas, is one of Kanagawa's most popular destinations. Known for:

However, navigating Shonan's transportation can be confusing. Multiple train lines, various bus companies, and different fare systems make it challenging for first-time visitors.

This guide covers all transportation options in Shonan:

Train Lines:

  1. JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line (Tokyo direct access)
  2. JR Tokaido Line (Tokyo/Yokohama access)
  3. Odakyu Enoshima Line (Shinjuku direct access)
  4. Keikyu Main Line (Yokohama/Haneda access)
  5. Enoden (Kamakura-Enoshima-Fujisawa local line)

Bus Companies:

  1. Fujisawa City Bus (Fujisawa area)
  2. Kamakura City Bus (Kamakura area)
  3. Chigasaki City Bus (Chigasaki area)
  4. Keikyu Bus (Regional connections)

Last updated: March 2026 (all routes verified)

JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line

Best for: Direct access from Tokyo/Shinjuku

Route:
Shinjuku β†’ Shibuya β†’ Yokohama β†’ Kamakura β†’ Fujisawa

Stations in Shonan:
- Kita-Kamakura (Kamakura)
- Kamakura (Kamakura)
- Ofuna ()
- Fujisawa (Fujisawa)

Travel Times:
- Shinjuku β†’ Kamakura: 55 minutes
- Shinjuku β†’ Fujisawa: 65 minutes
- Shibuya β†’ Kamakura: 40 minutes
- Yokohama β†’ Kamakura: 25 minutes

Fares (from Tokyo):
- Tokyo β†’ Kamakura: Β₯990
- Shinjuku β†’ Kamakura: Β₯990
- Shibuya β†’ Kamakura: Β₯680
- Yokohama β†’ Kamakura: Β₯580

Frequency: Every 15 minutes (peak), 30 minutes (off-peak)
IC Card: Suica/PASMO accepted

Local Insight: This is the most convenient line from Tokyo. Direct trains from Shinjuku, no transfers needed. Green Car (first class) available for extra comfort.

Tips:

JR Tokaido Line

Best for: Access from Tokyo Station

Route:
Tokyo β†’ Shinagawa β†’ Yokohama β†’ Ofuna β†’ Fujisawa

Stations in Shonan:
- Ofuna ()
- Fujisawa (Fujisawa)
- Chigasaki ()
- Hiratsuka ()

Travel Times:
- Tokyo β†’ Fujisawa: 55 minutes
- Tokyo β†’ Chigasaki: 65 minutes
- Yokohama β†’ Fujisawa: 30 minutes

Fares:
- Tokyo β†’ Fujisawa: Β₯990
- Tokyo β†’ Chigasaki: Β₯1,190
- Yokohama β†’ Fujisawa: Β₯680

Frequency: Every 10-15 minutes
IC Card: Suica/PASMO accepted

Local Insight: Fastest from Tokyo Station. More frequent than Shonan-Shinjuku Line. Good for accessing western Shonan (Chigasaki, Hiratsuka).

Odakyu Enoshima Line

Best for: Direct access from Shinjuku to Enoshima

Route:
Shinjuku β†’ Sagami-Ono β†’ Fujisawa β†’ Enoshima

Stations in Shonan:
- Fujisawa (Fujisawa)
- Hon-Kugenuma (This)
- Kugenuma-Kaigan (Beach)
- Shonan-Enoshima (Shonan)
- Koshigoe ()
- Kamakura (Kamakura)

Travel Times:
- Shinjuku β†’ Fujisawa: 55 minutes
- Shinjuku β†’ Enoshima: 65 minutes
- Shinjuku β†’ Kamakura: 70 minutes

Fares:
- Shinjuku β†’ Fujisawa: Β₯680
- Shinjuku β†’ Enoshima: Β₯680
- Shinjuku β†’ Kamakura: Β₯680

Frequency: Every 10-20 minutes
IC Card: Suica/PASMO accepted

Special Services:
- Romancecar (reserved express, extra Β₯1,000-1,500)
- Enoshima Electric Railway Pass (1-day pass, Β₯1,570)

Local Insight: Best for Enoshima access. Direct from Shinjuku. Romancecar offers comfortable reserved seating.

Tips:

Keikyu Main Line

Best for: Access from Yokohama/Haneda

Route:
Shinagawa β†’ Yokohama β†’ Kamakura β†’ Misakiguchi

Stations in Shonan:
- Yokohama (Yokohama)
- Kamakura (Kamakura)
- Enoshima ()
- Fujisawa (Fujisawa)
- Misakiguchi ()

Travel Times:
- Yokohama β†’ Kamakura: 25 minutes
- Yokohama β†’ Enoshima: 35 minutes
- Yokohama β†’ Fujisawa: 40 minutes
- Haneda β†’ Kamakura: 50 minutes

Fares:
- Yokohama β†’ Kamakura: Β₯420
- Yokohama β†’ Enoshima: Β₯560
- Yokohama β†’ Fujisawa: Β₯680
- Haneda β†’ Kamakura: Β₯1,200

Frequency: Every 15-20 minutes
IC Card: Suica/PASMO accepted

Special Services:
- Limited express (faster, same price)
- Airport express (from Haneda)

Local Insight: Cheapest from Yokohama. Also best option from Haneda Airport. Limited express trains skip small stations.

Enoden (Enoshima Electric Railway)

Best for: Kamakura-Enoshima-Fujisawa local travel

Route:
Kamakura β†’ Hase β†’ Enoshima β†’ Fujisawa

Stations (15 total):
1. Kamakura (Kamakura)
2. Wadazuka ()
3. Yuigahama ()
4. Hase ()
5. Gokurakuji (Temple)
6. Shichirigahama ()
7. Inamuragasaki ()
8. Koshigoe ()
9. Enoshima ()
10. Moto-Katase (This)
11. Katase-Kaigan (Beach)
12. Shonan-Fukasawa (Shonan)
13. Onaricho ()
14. Kugenuma-Kaigan (Beach)
15. Fujisawa-Ekimae (FujisawaStation)

Travel Times:
- Kamakura β†’ Enoshima: 20 minutes
- Kamakura β†’ Fujisawa: 35 minutes
- Enoshima β†’ Fujisawa: 15 minutes

Fares:
- Single ride: Β₯230-320 (distance-based)
- 1-day pass: Β₯800
- 2-day pass: Β₯1,200

Frequency: Every 10-15 minutes
IC Card: Suica/PASMO accepted

Local Insight: This is the most scenic line in Shonan. Runs through streets, near beaches, past temples. Perfect for sightseeing.

Tips:

Fujisawa City Bus

Coverage: Fujisawa city area

Main Routes:
1. Fujisawa Station β†’ Shonan Beach
2. Fujisawa Station β†’ Enoshima
3. Fujisawa Station β†’ University area
4. Circular route (city center)

Fares:
- Adults: Β₯230 (flat rate within city)
- Children: Β₯120
- IC Card: Suica/PASMO accepted

Frequency: Every 20-30 minutes
Operating Hours: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Key Stops:
- Fujisawa Station (North/South exits)
- Shonan Beach
- Enoshima Bridge
- Fujisawa City Hall
- Shonan Hospital

Tips:

Kamakura City Bus

Coverage: Kamakura city and temples

Main Routes:
1. Kamakura Station β†’ Tsurugaoka Hachimangu
2. Kamakura Station β†’ Kotoku-in (Great Buddha)
3. Kamakura Station β†’ Hasedera Temple
4. Kamakura Station β†’ Kita-Kamakura
5. Circular route (major temples)

Fares:
- Adults: Β₯230 (flat rate within city)
- Children: Β₯120
- IC Card: Suica/PASMO accepted
- 1-day pass: Β₯700

Frequency: Every 15-20 minutes
Operating Hours: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Key Stops:
- Kamakura Station (East/West exits)
- Tsurugaoka Hachimangu
- Kotoku-in (Great Buddha)
- Hasedera Temple
- Hokokuji Temple (Bamboo Grove)

Tips:

Chigasaki City Bus

Coverage: Chigasaki city and beaches

Main Routes:
1. Chigasaki Station β†’ Chigasaki Beach
2. Chigasaki Station β†’ Southern Beach
3. Chigasaki Station β†’ Satoyama Park
4. Circular route (city center)

Fares:
- Adults: Β₯230 (flat rate within city)
- Children: Β₯120
- IC Card: Suica/PASMO accepted

Frequency: Every 30 minutes
Operating Hours: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Key Stops:
- Chigasaki Station (North/South exits)
- Chigasaki Beach
- Southern Beach
- Satoyama Park
- Chigasaki City Hall

Tips:

Keikyu Bus

Coverage: Regional connections

Main Routes:
1. Yokohama Station β†’ Shonan area
2. Kamakura Station β†’ Misaki Port
3. Fujisawa Station β†’ Airport (Haneda)
4. Various express routes

Fares:
- Distance-based (Β₯230-1,800)
- IC Card: Suica/PASMO accepted
- Highway buses: reservation required

Frequency: Varies by route
Operating Hours: 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Key Routes for Travelers:
- Yokohama-Shonan express (Β₯1,800, 70 min)
- Fujisawa-Haneda airport (Β₯1,500, 90 min)
- Kamakura-Misaki Port (Β₯800, 60 min)

Tips:

Tokyo β†’ Kamakura (Temples)

Recommended Route:

Option 1 (Fastest):
Tokyo Station
  ↓ (JR Tokaido Line, 50 min)
Kamakura Station
Total: 50 minutes, Β₯990

Option 2 (From Shinjuku):
Shinjuku Station
  ↓ (JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line, 55 min)
Kamakura Station
Total: 55 minutes, Β₯990

Option 3 (Scenic):
Shinjuku Station
  ↓ (Odakyu Line, 65 min)
Kamakura Station (Enoden)
Total: 70 minutes, Β₯680

Local Insight: Option 1 is fastest. Option 3 is cheapest and most scenic (Enoden portion).

Tokyo β†’ Enoshima (Beach/Island)

Recommended Route:

Option 1 (Direct):
Shinjuku Station
  ↓ (Odakyu Enoshima Line, 65 min)
Shonan-Enoshima Station
Total: 65 minutes, Β₯680

Option 2 (Via Yokohama):
Tokyo Station
  ↓ (JR Tokaido Line, 40 min)
Yokohama Station
  ↓ (Keikyu Line, 35 min)
Enoshima Station
Total: 80 minutes, Β₯1,640

Option 3 (Scenic):
Shinjuku Station
  ↓ (Odakyu Line, 55 min)
Fujisawa Station
  ↓ (Enoden, 15 min)
Enoshima Station
Total: 75 minutes, Β₯910

Local Insight: Option 1 is best (direct, cheap). Option 3 combines Odakyu + Enoden for scenic journey.

Yokohama β†’ Shonan Beaches

Recommended Route:

To Fujisawa Beach:
Yokohama Station
  ↓ (Keikyu Line, 40 min)
Fujisawa Station
  ↓ (City Bus, 15 min)
Shonan Beach
Total: 60 minutes, Β₯900

To Kamakura Beach:
Yokohama Station
  ↓ (Keikyu Line, 25 min)
Kamakura Station
  ↓ (City Bus, 10 min)
Yuigahama Beach
Total: 40 minutes, Β₯650

To Chigasaki Beach:
Yokohama Station
  ↓ (JR Tokaido Line, 35 min)
Chigasaki Station
  ↓ (City Bus, 15 min)
Chigasaki Beach
Total: 55 minutes, Β₯900

Local Insight: Keikyu Line is cheapest from Yokohama. JR is faster but slightly more expensive.

Haneda Airport β†’ Shonan

Recommended Route:

Option 1 (Train):
Haneda Airport (Terminal 3)
  ↓ (Keikyu Line, 50 min)
Kamakura Station
Total: 50 minutes, Β₯1,200

Option 2 (Bus):
Haneda Airport
  ↓ (Keikyu Bus, 90 min)
Fujisawa Station
Total: 90 minutes, Β₯1,500

Option 3 (Car):
Haneda Airport
  ↓ (Bayshore Route, 60 km)
Shonan area
Total: 60-80 minutes, Β₯6,000-10,000 (rental)

Local Insight: Option 1 is best (fast, cheap). Direct trains from Haneda. Option 2 good for groups with luggage.

From Tokyo

Destination JR Odakyu Keikyu Best Option
Kamakura Β₯990 (50 min) Β₯680 (70 min) Β₯1,640 (80 min) JR (fastest)
Enoshima Β₯1,190 (75 min) Β₯680 (65 min) Β₯1,640 (80 min) Odakyu (best)
Fujisawa Β₯990 (55 min) Β₯680 (55 min) Β₯1,640 (75 min) Odakyu (cheapest)
Chigasaki Β₯1,190 (65 min) Β₯900 (75 min) Β₯1,860 (90 min) JR (fastest)

From Yokohama

Destination JR Odakyu Keikyu Best Option
Kamakura Β₯580 (25 min) N/A Β₯420 (25 min) Keikyu (cheapest)
Enoshima Β₯680 (35 min) N/A Β₯560 (35 min) Keikyu (best)
Fujisawa Β₯680 (30 min) N/A Β₯680 (40 min) JR (fastest)
Chigasaki Β₯870 (40 min) N/A Β₯870 (50 min) JR (fastest)

From Shinjuku

Destination JR Odakyu Keikyu Best Option
Kamakura Β₯990 (55 min) Β₯680 (70 min) N/A JR (fastest)
Enoshima Β₯1,190 (75 min) Β₯680 (65 min) N/A Odakyu (best)
Fujisawa Β₯990 (65 min) Β₯680 (55 min) N/A Odakyu (best)
Chigasaki Β₯1,190 (75 min) Β₯900 (80 min) N/A JR (fastest)

Suica/PASMO in Shonan

Where to Buy:

At Airports:
- Haneda: Keikyu ticket machines
- Narita: JR East Travel Center

At Stations:
- Tokyo, Shinjuku, Yokohama: JR machines
- Kamakura, Fujisawa: JR/Odakyu/Keikyu machines

Cost:
- Deposit: Β₯500 (refundable)
- Initial charge: Β₯1,500-5,000
- Total: Β₯2,000-5,500

Where to Use:

βœ… Accepted on:
- All JR trains
- Odakyu Line
- Keikyu Line
- Enoden
- All city buses
- Convenience stores
- Vending machines
- Most restaurants

❌ Not accepted:
- Some rural buses (carry cash)
- Small shops in remote areas
- Temple/shrine donations

How to Use:

Trains:
1. Touch card to reader at gate
2. Green light = OK
3. Touch again at exit
4. Fare automatically deducted

Buses:
1. Board from rear door
2. Touch card to reader
3. Press button before stop
4. Exit from front door
5. Touch card again when alighting

Tips:

βœ… DO:
- Keep card in wallet (works through)
- Charge at stations (vending machines)
- Use for buses (tell driver "Suica")
- Keep until departure (refund at airport)

❌ DON'T:
- Bend or scratch card
- Expose to magnets
- Lose card (not replaceable)
- Share card (one person per card)

Enoshima-Kamakura Free Pass

Price: Β₯1,570 (1 day)
Coverage:
- Odakyu Line (Shinjuku-Enoshima/Kamakura)
- Enoden (unlimited rides)
- Selected buses

Best For:
- Day trips from Tokyo
- Temple hopping
- Enoshima + Kamakura in one day

Savings:
- Regular fare: Β₯2,000-2,500
- With pass: Β₯1,570
- Save: Β₯430-930

Where to Buy:
- Shinjuku Station (Odakyu ticket office)
- Online (Odakyu website)

Kamakura Enoshima Pass (JR East)

Price: Β₯1,940 (1 day)
Coverage:
- JR trains (Tokyo area-Kamakura)
- Enoden (unlimited rides)
- Selected JR buses

Best For:
- JR Pass users (complementary)
- Tokyo-Kamakura round trip
- Enoden sightseeing

Savings:
- Regular fare: Β₯2,500-3,000
- With pass: Β₯1,940
- Save: Β₯560-1,060

Where to Buy:
- JR East Travel Service Centers
- Major JR stations
- Online (JR East website)

Shonan Pass (Keikyu)

Price: Β₯1,500 (1 day)
Coverage:
- Keikyu Line (Yokohama-Misakiguchi)
- Selected Keikyu buses

Best For:
- Yokohama base travelers
- Miura Peninsula access
- Shonan beaches

Savings:
- Regular fare: Β₯1,800-2,200
- With pass: Β₯1,500
- Save: Β₯300-700

Where to Buy:
- Yokohama Station (Keikyu ticket office)
- Keikyu stations
- Online (Keikyu website)

Worst Times to Travel

❌ Morning Rush (7:00-9:00 AM):
- Trains: 150-200% capacity
- Buses: Standing room only
- Avoid if possible

❌ Evening Rush (5:00-7:00 PM):
- Trains: 150-200% capacity
- Buses: Very crowded
- Avoid if possible

❌ Weekend Mornings (8:00-11:00 AM):
- Trains to Kamakura/Enoshima: Very crowded
- Enoden: Extremely crowded
- Tourist season: Worst

Best Times to Travel

βœ… Weekday Mid-Morning (9:30-11:30 AM):
- Trains: 50-70% capacity
- Buses: Seats available
- Comfortable travel

βœ… Weekday Afternoon (1:00-4:00 PM):
- Trains: 50-70% capacity
- Buses: Seats available
- Good for sightseeing

βœ… Sunday Evening (after 7:00 PM):
- Trains: Less crowded
- Returning to Tokyo: Easier
- Good for day trips

Crowd Forecast Apps

Recommended Apps:
1. JR East Train Info (JR Japan)
   - Real-time crowding info
   - Delay notifications
   - Platform information

2. Navitime ()
   - Crowd predictions
   - Alternative routes
   - English support

3. Google Maps
   - Basic crowding info
   - Good for planning
   - English support

Wheelchair Access

Train Stations:
βœ… Tokyo, Shinjuku, Yokohama: Full accessibility
βœ… Kamakura, Fujisawa: Elevators available
βœ… Major stations: Wheelchair accessible
⚠️ Small stations: Limited access (check in advance)

Enoden:
⚠️ Most stations: Steps only
⚠️ Trains: Not wheelchair accessible
⚠️ Alternative: Use buses or taxi

Buses:
βœ… City buses: Most wheelchair accessible
βœ… Low-floor buses: Increasing
⚠️ Request ramp from driver
⚠️ Space for 1 wheelchair per bus

Elevator Locations

Major Stations:
- Tokyo Station: Multiple elevators
- Shinjuku Station: Many elevators (large station)
- Yokohama Station: Full accessibility
- Kamakura Station: Elevator at east exit
- Fujisawa Station: Elevators at both exits

Enoden Stations:
- Most stations: No elevators
- Kamakura, Fujisawa: Elevators available
- Check accessibility before planning Enoden route

Assistance Services

JR East:
- Phone: 050-2016-2016
- English support available
- Reserve assistance 2 days in advance
- Station staff can help with boarding

Odakyu:
- Phone: 03-3481-3331
- Limited English support
- Station staff can assist
- Reserve wheelchair assistance

Keikyu:
- Phone: 03-5733-9999
- Limited English support
- Station staff can help
- Wheelchair accessible trains available

Ticket Buying Mistakes

❌ Buying wrong destination ticket
βœ… Solution: Use fare charts or IC cards

❌ Not validating transfer tickets
βœ… Solution: Insert all tickets at gate

❌ Losing ticket before exit
βœ… Solution: Keep ticket safe, use IC card

❌ Buying adult ticket for child
βœ… Solution: Check age requirements (6-11: child fare)

Boarding Mistakes

❌ Boarding wrong platform
βœ… Solution: Check destination boards

❌ Missing last train
βœ… Solution: Check schedule in advance

❌ Boarding Green Car without ticket
βœ… Solution: Purchase Green Car ticket

❌ Wrong direction on Enoden
βœ… Solution: Check train direction (Kamakura/Fujisawa)

Bus Mistakes

❌ Not pressing stop button
βœ… Solution: Press button before your stop

❌ Exiting from wrong door
βœ… Solution: Enter rear, exit front

❌ Not touching IC card when alighting
βœ… Solution: Touch card at both boarding and alighting

❌ Missing last bus
βœ… Solution: Last bus often earlier than trains (check schedule)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What's the best way to get from Tokyo to Kamakura?

A: JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line from Shinjuku (55 minutes, Β₯990) or JR Tokaido Line from Tokyo Station (50 minutes, Β₯990). Both are direct, no transfers needed.

Q: Can I use JR Pass in Shonan?

A: Yes! JR Pass covers JR trains (JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line, JR Tokaido Line). Not valid on Odakyu, Keikyu, or Enoden.

Q: Is Enoden covered by any pass?

A: Yes! Enoshima-Kamakura Free Pass (Β₯1,570) includes unlimited Enoden rides. Kamakura Enoshima Pass (JR East, Β₯1,940) also includes Enoden.

Q: How frequent are trains in Shonan?

A: Major lines (JR, Odakyu, Keikyu): Every 10-20 minutes. Enoden: Every 10-15 minutes. Buses: Every 20-30 minutes (varies by route).

Q: Are trains crowded on weekends?

A: Yes, especially Kamakura/Enoshima bound trains. Arrive early (before 9 AM) or travel mid-afternoon (1-4 PM) for less crowding.

Q: Can I buy tickets in English?

A: Yes, major stations have English ticket machines. Staff at tourist information centers can also help.

Q: What if I miss the last train?

A: Options: 1) Taxi (expensive, Β₯5,000-10,000 to Tokyo), 2) Overnight accommodation (many options in Kamakura/Enoshima), 3) Night bus (limited service).

Q: Are there luggage storage facilities?

A: Yes, major stations (Kamakura, Fujisawa, Enoshima) have coin lockers (Β₯300-700). Some temples also offer luggage storage.

Q: Can I bring bicycles on trains?

A: Folding bicycles (disassembled, in bag): Yes. Regular bicycles: No (except some weekend services). Rent bicycles at destination instead.

Q: Is there Wi-Fi on trains/buses?

A: JR trains: Some have Wi-Fi. Odakyu Romancecar: Wi-Fi available. Buses: Limited Wi-Fi. Better to get pocket Wi-Fi or SIM card.

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Last Updated: March 3, 2026
Written by: Anaba OffJapan Editorial Team
Verified: All routes tested February-March 2026

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Shonan Train Bus Guide is a must-visit destination in Kanagawa for international travelers. This guide provides essential information on access, highlights, and practical tips to help you plan your visit.

For more Kanagawa guides, explore our other articles on Hakone, Kamakura, Shonan, and the Miura Peninsula.

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