Super Hakuto

The Super Hakuto (スーパーはくと) is a limited express train service in Japan operated by the third-sector railway operator Chizu Express and West Japan Railway Company (JR West), which runs between Kyoto and Kurayoshi in Tottori Prefecture at a maximum speed of 130 kilometres per hour (81 mph).

Super Hakuto
A HOT7000 series DMU on a Super Hakuto service, April 2010
Overview
Service typeLimited express
StatusOperational
LocaleTokaido Main Line, Sanyo Main Line, Chizu Express Chizu Line, Inbi Line, Sanin Main Line
First service3 December 1994
Current operator(s)Chizu Express, JR West
Route
TerminiKyōto
Kurayoshi
Stops17
Distance travelled
  • 254.0 km (157.8 mi) (Kyoto - Tottori)
  • 293.2 km (182.2 mi) (Kyoto - Kurayoshi)
Average journey time3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
Service frequency7 return workings daily
On-board services
Class(es)Standard + Green
Disabled accessYes
Sleeping arrangementsNone
Catering facilitiesNone
Observation facilitiesNone
Entertainment facilitiesNone
Other facilitiesToilet, smoking room
Technical
Rolling stockHOT7000 series DMUs
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)
ElectrificationDiesel
Operating speed130 km/h (81 mph)
Track owner(s)JR West, Chizu Express
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