Yokkaichi is the largest city in northern Mie, just 15 minutes from Shiroko Station by Kintetsu train.
Yokkaichi is very close to Suzuka Circuit, making it one of the easiest bases for race weekend. Kintetsu trains from Yokkaichi reach Shiroko in just 10–15 minutes.
What to bring
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Shiroko 白子 via public transit
Take the Kintetsu Nagoya Line from Kintetsu-Yokkaichi to Shiroko
Kintetsu-Yokkaichi 近鉄四日市Exit Shiroko station at the West Exit, walk 3 min to shuttle bus stop
Shiroko 白子Take the shuttle bus from Shiroko to Suzuka Circuit
Suzuka Circuit 鈴鹿サーキットDirect Kintetsu ride from Yokkaichi to Shiroko keeps the trip simple and budget-friendly.
Shiroko shuttle lines surge after sessions, especially on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
Driving plan
Driving from Yokkaichi is quick enough that groups often beat the train on comfort and door-to-gate convenience. Park & Ride is the realistic fallback when you do not have official circuit parking.
Driving plan
Driving from Yokkaichi is quick enough that groups often beat the train on comfort and door-to-gate convenience. A private Toku P lot can be the cheapest driving fallback when official passes are unavailable.
Take the Kintetsu Nagoya Line south from Yokkaichi to Shiroko. Regular trains take about 12 minutes (¥300). Service runs frequently. Very straightforward — no transfers needed.
No dedicated direct bus from Yokkaichi. The train is short enough that a bus would not save any time.
Drive south on Route 23 — about 20 minutes to the circuit. Minimal toll costs. Same parking constraints as other driving options.
Yokkaichi has more hotel availability than Suzuka city itself. It's an ideal base if you want to be close to the circuit without the premium pricing.