The 13 Best Day Trips from Odawara

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 13 good day trips from Odawara, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Sagamihara, about 40 min by car, and 3 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 13 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Odawara

  1. 1

    Tokyo, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car68 km north-east of Odawara

    What travelers see in Tokyo

    • Tokyo Tower - Standing 333 meters tall, you'll marvel at the panoramic views of Tokyo from the observation decks.
    • Sensō-ji - The vibrant red gates of Senso-ji greet you as you walk through the Nakamise shopping street, filled with traditional snacks and souvenirs.
    • Meiji Jingu - As you approach the majestic wooden torii gate, you’ll feel a sense of tranquility envelop you, escaping the city's bustle.
  2. 2

    Yokohama, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car49 km north-east of Odawara
  3. 3

    Kawasaki, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car59 km north-east of Odawara

    Known for スカイガーデン.

  4. 4

    Saitama, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car85 km north-east of Odawara

    Known for 這是家.

  5. 5

    Chiba, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car95 km north-east of Odawara

    Known for カンドゥー.

  6. 6

    Hamamatsu, Japan

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car144 km south-west of Odawara

    Known for 浜松市動物園.

  7. 7

    Aihara, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car41 km north of Odawara
  8. 8

    Sagamihara, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car35 km north of Odawara
  9. 9

    Edogawe, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car81 km north-east of Odawara
  10. 10

    Adachi, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car81 km north-east of Odawara
  11. 11

    Shizuoka, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car77 km south-west of Odawara
  12. 12

    Honchō, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car90 km north-east of Odawara
  13. 13

    Suginami, Japan

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car146 km north-east of Odawara

A sample day: Odawara to Tokyo

  1. 08:30Leave Odawara
  2. 09:50Arrive in Tokyo (1 hr 20 min drive)
  3. 10:05Tokyo Tower
  4. 12:05Lunch
  5. 13:20Sensō-ji
  6. 15:05Meiji Jingu
  7. 16:35Head back to Odawara
  8. 17:55Home in Odawara

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Odawara?
The best day trips from Odawara are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Sagamihara, about 40 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Odawara?
Sagamihara is the closest, 35 km north of Odawara, roughly 40 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Odawara?
3 places are within about an hour's drive of Odawara: Sagamihara (40 min), Aihara (45 min), Yokohama (55 min).
What is the biggest city near Odawara for a day out?
Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 68 km north-east of Odawara and about 1 hr 20 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from Odawara?
For a weekend away from Odawara, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Suginami (146 km, 2 hr 15 min), Hamamatsu (144 km, 2 hr 15 min). Closer places on this list work better as a single day.
How far is too far for a day trip from Odawara?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Suginami at 146 km, around 2 hr 15 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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