Shizuru Chikura
main character
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7.2
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 4 h 48 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- April 1, 2024 – June 24, 2024
- Season
- Spring 2024
- Source
- Original story
- Studio
- EMT Squared
- Director
- Tsutomu Mizushima
- Music
- Miho Tsujibayashi
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or Older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 72/100
Estimated watch time
4h 48m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Post-Apocalyptic99%Trains97%Travel95%Female Protagonist92%Primarily Female Cast90%Rural77%Episodic76%Shapeshifting72%Philosophy72%Cute Girls Doing Cute Things70%
TVFINISHED2024 SPRING7.2 / 10 AniList score
Train to the End of the World
終末トレインどこへいく？• Shuumatsu Train Doko e Iku?
Synopsis
In a seemingly ordinary rural town, something strange is happening to the residents. But Shizuru Chikura is more concerned for her missing friend. Determined to find her, Shizuru and three other girls board an abandoned train and travel to the outside world, unsure if they’ll make it back alive. As they venture toward the unknown, the question looms: What awaits them at the final stop? (Source: Crunchyroll)
Should you watch Train to the End of the World?
Train to the End of the World has been well received, with an average AniList score of 72/100 — 49% of 12,027 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #77 highest-rated anime of 2024, and #97 most popular anime of 2024, and #24 highest-rated anime of Spring 2024 on AniList.
Of the 23.7K AniList users who started it, 9.2% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 15.9K have finished it.
At about 4 h 48 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi — especially post-apocalyptic, trains, travel, female protagonist.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
12 episodes are listed.
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Director
- Tsutomu Mizushima
- Series composition
- Michiko Yokote
- Character design
- Asako Nishida
- Music
- Miho Tsujibayashi
Where it fits in the series
- Optional extras: Wan Wan Train Doko e Iku?
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Train to the End of the World FAQ
How many episodes does Train to the End of the World have?
Train to the End of the World has 12 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 4 h 48 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Train to the End of the World?
About 4 h 48 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 6 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is Train to the End of the World finished?
Yes. Train to the End of the World has finished airing — the final episode aired June 24, 2024.
Is there a season 2 of Train to the End of the World?
No sequel is listed for Train to the End of the World as of October 2026.
Is Train to the End of the World based on a manga?
No. Train to the End of the World is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Who animated Train to the End of the World?
Train to the End of the World was animated by EMT Squared and directed by Tsutomu Mizushima.
Where can I watch Train to the End of the World?
Train to the End of the World is listed on Crunchyroll. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.