With a population of 13,339, Hakone is a must-see destination in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Hakone to see all of its attractions.
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Although Hakone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Tokyo All airports (TYO), which is located 53 miles from Hakone. The shortest flight to Hakone from the United States departs from Honolulu and takes around 8h 10m.
Another option to get to Hakone is to pick up a car rental from Tokyo, which is about 54 miles from Hakone. You’ll find branches of Avis and Alamo, among others, in Tokyo.
Average rates range from around $240 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $310 and up for a 5-star experience.
Renting a car in Hakone costs $58 per day, on average.
Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Hakone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Hakone is Economy (Honda Fit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Suzuki Wagon R or similar) are, on average, 28% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.