Hikari 501 is JR Central's semi-fast Shinkansen from Tokyo to Shin-Osaka, stopping at Nagoya and Kyoto. It covers 552 km in approximately 2h45m — slightly slower than Nozomi but stopping at more cities, making it popular for travellers to Kyoto and intermediate stations.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tokyo Station Tokyo | Start | 07:00 |
| 2 | Nagoya Nagoya | 08:43 | 08:45 |
| 3 | Kyoto Kyoto | 09:35 | 09:37 |
| 4 | Shin-Osaka Osaka | 09:53 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Japan railways records. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Hikari 501 is JR Central's semi-fast Shinkansen from Tokyo to Shin-Osaka, stopping at Nagoya and Kyoto. It covers 552 km in approximately 2h45m — slightly slower than Nozomi but stopping at more cities, making it popular for travellers to Kyoto and intermediate stations.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 4 stops with a total journey time of approximately 2h 53m.
Book Hikari 501 tickets at jrpass.com, the official JR Group portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
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Book Hikari 501 tickets at jrpass.com, the official JR Group portal. Compare fares and seat availability. Online booking typically opens 30–90 days before departure.
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