What is the cheapest way to get from Japan to Tsuruga?

The cheapest way to get from Japan to Tsuruga is to drive which costs ¥7500 - ¥12000 and takes 5h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Japan to Tsuruga?

The fastest way to get from Japan to Tsuruga is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥13000 - ¥19000.

Is there a direct train between Japan and Tsuruga?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Tsuruga. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Japan to Tsuruga?

The distance between Japan and Tsuruga is 578 km. The road distance is 450.6 km.

How do I travel from Japan to Tsuruga without a car?

The best way to get from Japan to Tsuruga without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥13000 - ¥19000.

How long does it take to get from Japan to Tsuruga?

The train from Tōkyō Station to Tsuruga takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Japan to Tsuruga train from?

Japan to Tsuruga train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Japan to Tsuruga train arrive?

Japan to Tsuruga train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Japan to Tsuruga?

Yes, the driving distance between Japan to Tsuruga is 451 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Japan to Tsuruga.

Where can I stay near Tsuruga?

There are 32+ hotels available in Tsuruga.

Japan to Tsuruga - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Japan to Tsuruga by train, night bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Tsurugatrain Kagayaki / ...
3h 18m
¥13,000–19,000
Night bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu to Nagoya Sta.Taikodorinightbus Be355 / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Tsurugatrain Shirasagi
9h 16m
¥7,200–17,285
Drive 450.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Tsurugacar 450.6 km
5h 3m
¥7,835–11,317
Train via Nagahama
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Maibaratrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the train from Maibara to Tsurugatrain Shirasagi
4h 12m
¥11,920–16,832

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Japan to Tsuruga.

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Distance: 578.2 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Japan and Tsuruga, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Tsuruga hourly. Tickets cost ¥13,000–19,000 and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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