The Hakone Freepass from Shinjuku costs ¥7,100 for adults for two days and ¥7,500 for three days. From Odawara, which covers only the Hakone area, the two-day pass is ¥6,000 and the three-day pass ¥6,400.
It bundles unlimited rides on eight modes of transport in the Hakone area, including the Hakone Tozan train, cable car, ropeway, sightseeing cruise and buses, with a discounted round-trip ticket from Shinjuku on the Odakyu Line.
Prices below come from Odakyu's official Hakone Freepass page and were checked in September 2026. Confirm them on the official page before you buy.
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- What the pass covers
- The Romancecar surcharge
- How the days count
- What to check before you buy
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Prices
- From Shinjuku, 2-day pass: ¥7,100 for adults and ¥1,600 for children.
- From Shinjuku, 3-day pass: ¥7,500 for adults and ¥1,850 for children.
- From Odawara, 2-day pass: ¥6,000 for adults and ¥1,500 for children.
- From Odawara, 3-day pass: ¥6,400 for adults and ¥1,750 for children.
- Child fares apply to children aged 6 to 11.
What the pass covers
Odakyu describes the pass as unlimited rides on eight modes of transport: the Odakyu Line in the designated section, the Hakone Tozan Train, the cable car, the ropeway, the sightseeing cruise, and buses and highway buses in designated areas. The Shinjuku version includes a discounted round-trip ticket from Shinjuku.
The Romancecar surcharge
The pass does not cover the Limited Express Romancecar. You need a separate ticket to ride it. The one-way surcharge from Shinjuku to Hakone-Yumoto is ¥1,200 for adults and ¥600 for children, so a round trip is ¥2,400 for adults.
From Odawara to Hakone-Yumoto the surcharge is ¥200 for adults and ¥100 for children each way.
How the days count
Odakyu states that the date of purchase is considered the first day of the validity period, regardless of the time of purchase. Check whether you are buying it for the day you plan to start.
What to check before you buy
- Which starting point applies. The Shinjuku pass and the Odawara pass have different prices and cover different travel.
- Whether you want the Romancecar, and how you will pay the surcharge.
- Whether two or three days suits your plan, and whether a full day of ropeway, cable car and cruise fits your schedule and the weather.
- Whether the places you want to visit are in a designated area. The pass covers designated sections and areas, not every route.
- Luggage. If you are moving hotels, check how you will carry bags between transport modes, and see our luggage guides.
Sources
Rules and availability can change. Use official sources for final confirmation.
Common questions
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How much is the Hakone Freepass from Shinjuku?
Adults pay ¥7,100 for the 2-day pass and ¥7,500 for the 3-day pass. Children aged 6 to 11 pay ¥1,600 and ¥1,850. These prices are from Odakyu's official page, checked in September 2026.
Does the Hakone Freepass include the Romancecar?
No. The Romancecar needs a separate ticket. The one-way surcharge from Shinjuku to Hakone-Yumoto is ¥1,200 for adults and ¥600 for children.
What does the Hakone Freepass cover?
Unlimited rides on eight modes of transport in the Hakone area: the Hakone Tozan Train, cable car, ropeway, sightseeing cruise, and buses in designated areas, plus the Odakyu Line in the designated section. The Shinjuku version includes a discounted round-trip ticket from Shinjuku.
Is there a Hakone Freepass from Odawara?
Yes. From Odawara the 2-day pass is ¥6,000 for adults and the 3-day pass ¥6,400. It covers the Hakone area only, without the Shinjuku round-trip ticket.
Which day does the Hakone Freepass start?
Odakyu states that the date of purchase counts as the first day of validity, regardless of the time of purchase.
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