Kawasaki to Kawagoe by train
Kawagoe lies 48 km (30 mi) north-west of Kawasaki, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 16 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 59 km (36 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kawasaki | Kawagoe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 354,571 |
| Elevation | 1 m (3 ft) | 26 m (85 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Hon-Kawagoe Station, Kawagoeshi Station, Kawagoe Station |
| Postal codes | 018-1605–999-3192 | 350-0852 |
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Common questions
How far is Kawagoe from Kawasaki?
48 km (30 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kawasaki; by road roughly 59 km (36 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kawasaki to Kawagoe by train?
About 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kawasaki and Kawagoe?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.