The average bus between Kawaguchiko and Shinhotaka Ropeway takes 9h 45m and the fastest bus takes 6h 2m. The bus service runs several times per day from Kawaguchiko to Shinhotaka Ropeway. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Kawaguchiko and Shinhotaka Ropeway. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kawaguchiko is at 7:10 PM which arrives into Shinhotaka Ropeway at 12:12 PM. All services require a transfer at Chuodo Hachioji and take an average of 9h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kawaguchiko to Shinhotaka Ropeway? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Kawaguchiko to Shinhotaka Ropeway. However, there are services departing from Kawaguchiko station and arriving at Shinhotaka Ropeway station via Chuodo Hachioji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.
Kawaguchiko to Shinhotaka Ropeway bus services, operated by Fujikyuko Bus, depart from Kawaguchiko Sta. station.
Kawaguchiko to Shinhotaka Ropeway bus services, operated by Fujikyuko Bus, arrive at Hirayu Onsen station.
The distance between Kawaguchiko and Shinhotaka Ropeway is 138.6 km. The road distance is 488 km.
You can take a bus from Kawaguchiko Sta. to Shinhotaka Ropeway via Chuodo Hachioji, Hirayu Onsen, and Shinhotaka Onsen in around 6h 45m.