Night Highway Bus 'Shinjuku/Shibuya - Kobe/Himeji Line' to Begin Service at Tokyo Yaesu Bus Terminal

Keio Bus Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Fuchu City, Tokyo; President: Shuji Miyasaka) announces a timetable revision for the night highway bus service 'Shinjuku/Shibuya - Kobe/Himeji Line,' jointly operated with Shinki Bus Co., Ltd. (hereinafter 'Shinki Bus'), effective from Thursday, July 16, 2026. The service will begin operating from the Tokyo Yaesu Bus Terminal, directly connected to Tokyo Station.

1. Overview of Timetable Revision

(1) Service Commencement at Tokyo Yaesu Bus Terminal

Currently, the Tokyo-side hubs for this route are limited to the Shinjuku and Shibuya areas. Starting now, the service will extend to the 'Tokyo Yaesu Bus Terminal,' directly connected to Tokyo Station.

This expansion will allow passengers from eastern Tokyo wards and the Chiba area, as well as those along routes originating from Tokyo Station, to travel more smoothly to and from Kobe and Himeji.

Please note that the Tokyo Yaesu Bus Terminal consists of two boarding areas: 'Underground A' and 'Underground B※'. This route will operate from the 'Underground B' platform, so please ensure you arrive at the correct location.

※ 'Underground B' is located on the 2nd basement floor of Tokyo Midtown Yaesu. Directions here.

(2) Faster Service and Earlier Arrival Times Due to Schedule Review

The operating schedule will be partially revised to improve express service, significantly advancing arrival times for both outbound and return trips.

- Outbound: Arrives at Himeji Station 50 minutes earlier than current schedule, at 7:35 AM - Return: Arrives in Shibuya and Shinjuku 40 minutes earlier than current schedule. Arrival at Tokyo Yaesu Bus Terminal at 7:15 AM

This change will extend local stay durations and enhance overall convenience.

As a result of this revision, service to the 'Flower Town Center' stop in Sanda City, Hyogo Prefecture, will be discontinued.

2. Implementation Date (Planned)

From departure services on Thursday, July 16, 2026

3. Schedules and Fares

Tokyo/Shinjuku/Shibuya - Kobe/Himeji Line Timetable (Revised from July 16, 2026)

Fare Table

4. Reservations

Please use the convenient and cost-effective web reservation service 'Highway Bus .com'.

- Fares are lower when paid via web payment - Early bird discounts are available exclusively for web payments (One-way adult fare from ¥5,900) - Seat selection is available - Additionally, reservations for certain seats can also be made via the 'Hassha Orainet' platform

5. Vehicles Used

We will operate spacious and comfortable 10-row, 27-seat vehicles.

Equipped with independent 3-seat rows, onboard toilets, power outlets, and free Wi-Fi for convenient use.

6. Reservation Start Date

Gradually starting from 9:00 AM on Tuesday, June 16, 2026

7. Inquiries

Keio Electric Railway Bus Co., Ltd. Transport Operations Department, Express & Charter Bus Division 042-352-3715 (9:30 AM - 6:00 PM, weekdays only)

(For reservation inquiries)

Keio Electric Railway Bus Co., Ltd. Keio Highway Bus Reservation Center 03-5376-2222 (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM, year-round, no holidays)