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The 11 Best Day Trips from Ōta

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 11 good day trips from Ōta, Japan, led by Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki. The closest is Saitama, about 1 hr by car, and 1 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Ōta at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Tokyo74 km SE1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Yokohama100 km S1 hr 35 minFull-day trip
Kawasaki92 km S1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Saitama51 km SE1 hrHalf-day trip
Chiba103 km SE1 hr 35 minFull-day trip
Setagaya77 km S1 hr 30 minFull-day trip
Aihara78 km S1 hr 30 minFull-day trip
Sagamihara82 km S1 hr 15 minFull-day trip
Honchō87 km SE1 hr 20 minFull-day trip
Suginami83 km E1 hr 20 minFull-day trip
Hachiōji72 km S1 hr 25 minFull-day trip

Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.

The best day trips from Ōta

  1. 1

    Tokyo, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car74 km south-east of Ōta2 hr 50 min round trip

    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.

    Also nearby: Edogawe, Adachi, Kawaguchi, Itabashi.

  2. 2

    Yokohama, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car100 km south of Ōta3 hr 10 min round trip
  3. 3

    Kawasaki, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car92 km south of Ōta2 hr 50 min round trip

    Known for スカイガーデン.

  4. 4

    Saitama, Japan

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car51 km south-east of Ōta2 hr round trip

    Known for 這是家.

  5. 5

    Chiba, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car103 km south-east of Ōta3 hr 10 min round trip

    Known for カンドゥー.

  6. 6

    Setagaya, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car77 km south of Ōta3 hr round trip

    Known for NHKスタジオパーク.

  7. 7

    Aihara, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car78 km south of Ōta3 hr round trip
  8. 8

    Sagamihara, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car82 km south of Ōta2 hr 30 min round trip
  9. 9

    Honchō, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car87 km south-east of Ōta2 hr 40 min round trip
  10. 10

    Suginami, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car83 km east of Ōta2 hr 40 min round trip
  11. 11

    Hachiōji, Japan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car72 km south of Ōta2 hr 50 min round trip

A sample day trip: Ōta to Tokyo

A realistic pace for Tokyo, 74 km from Ōta. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 08:30Leave Ōta
  2. 09:55Arrive in Tokyo (1 hr 25 min drive)
  3. 10:10Tokyo Tower
  4. 12:10Lunch
  5. 13:25Sensō-ji
  6. 15:10Meiji Jingu
  7. 16:40Head back to Ōta
  8. 18:05Home in Ōta

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Ōta?
The best day trips from Ōta are Tokyo, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Saitama, Chiba. The closest is Saitama, about 1 hr away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Ōta?
Saitama is the closest, 51 km south-east of Ōta, roughly 1 hr by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Ōta?
One place is within about an hour's drive of Ōta: Saitama (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Ōta for a day out?
Tokyo is the largest city in day-trip range, 74 km south-east of Ōta and about 1 hr 25 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Ōta?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Chiba at 103 km, around 1 hr 35 min by car.

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