Coastal Night train · JR West / JR Central (Sunrise Izumo & Sunrise Seto)

Tokyo to Takamatsu night train

Everything you need to plan the Tokyo–Takamatsu sleeper: operators, cabins, times, prices and rail-pass rules.

Duration
9h 37m
Frequency
Daily
Departure
21:50
Arrival
07:27
Distance
815 km
night
1 night onboard

We link to the operator — we never mark up the fare.

Cabins & typical prices

Couchette From €63
Private Cabin From €110

Why take this train

  • Splits from the Sunrise Izumo at Okayama for the final run to Takamatsu on Shikoku island
  • Crosses the Great Seto Bridge over the Seto Inland Sea
  • Gateway to Naoshima and the Seto Inland Sea 'art islands'
  • One of only two regularly scheduled sleeper trains left in Japan
  • Free carpeted Nobinobi Zaseki space is a uniquely low-cost overnight option for Japan

Rail passes & reservations

EurailNo
InterrailNo
Reservation requiredYes

The Japan Rail Pass covers the base fare and the free Nobinobi Zaseki space; private compartments require an additional sleeper supplement even with a valid JR Pass.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Tokyo to Takamatsu night train take?

The journey takes about 9h 37m, travelling overnight so you arrive the next morning.

How much does the Tokyo–Takamatsu sleeper cost?

Fares start from around €63 and rise with demand and cabin type. Booking early gets the lowest prices.

Is the Tokyo to Takamatsu train covered by Eurail or Interrail?

No — this operator does not accept Eurail or Interrail; buy a ticket directly.

What cabin types are available?

You can choose from Couchette, Private Cabin. A reservation for your berth is reservation required.