Chiba to Machida by train
Machida lies 61 km (38 mi) west of Chiba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 20 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 74 km (46 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Chiba | Machida | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 979,768 | 431,079 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 103 m (338 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Chiba Station, Soga Station, Nishi-Chiba Station | Tsurukawa Station, Tamasakai Station, Naruse Station |
| Postal codes | 427-0001 | 036-8314–966-0847 |
Where to book trains from Chiba to Machida
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Staying in Machida
Our booking partner lists 24 places to stay in Machida. Of the 16 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (12). Across 12 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.9 out of 10. Guests have left 5,324 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Machida
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Common questions
How far is Machida from Chiba?
61 km (38 mi) in a straight line, west of Chiba; by road roughly 74 km (46 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chiba to Machida by train?
About 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chiba and Machida?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Machida?
Our booking partner lists 24 places to stay in Machida, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.