Machida Station facts for kids

Machida Station (町田駅, まちだえき) is a very busy railway station located in Machida, a city in Tokyo, Japan. It's a key spot for travelers and daily commuters. Two major train companies, JR East and Odakyu Electric Railway, use this station. It helps connect many people to different parts of Tokyo and nearby areas.

About Machida Station

Machida Station is one of the most important transport hubs in the western part of Tokyo. It serves as a central point for people traveling for work, school, or fun. The station is surrounded by many shops, restaurants, and entertainment places. This makes it a popular destination for both locals and visitors. It is a great example of how train stations can be the heart of a city.

Train Lines at Machida

Machida Station is special because it connects two different railway networks. This means you can switch between trains from JR East and Odakyu Electric Railway here. Each company has its own lines that stop at Machida.

JR East: Yokohama Line

The Yokohama Line is operated by JR East. This line connects Machida to many other cities. It's a busy line used by many people every day.

Yokohama Line Services

• Rapid trains: These trains are faster because they skip some smaller stations.
  • Nagatsuda - Machida - Sagamihara
• Local trains: These trains stop at every station along the line.
  • Naruse - Machida - Kobuchi

Odakyu Electric Railway: Odawara Line

The Odawara Line is run by Odakyu Electric Railway. This line connects Machida to central Tokyo and also to the famous Hakone area. It's a popular choice for both daily travel and trips.

Odawara Line Services

• Rapid Express and Express trains: These are faster trains that make fewer stops.
  • Shin-Yurigaoka - Machida - Sagami-Ōno
• Semi Express, Section Semi Express, and Local trains: These trains make more stops along the line.
  • Tamagawagakuen-mae - Machida - Sagami-Ōno