What is the cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Tokyo?

The cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Tokyo is to train via Yuzawa which costs ¥3900 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Tokyo?

The fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Tokyo is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Jōetsu and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct bus from Jōetsu to Tokyo. However, there are services departing from Kida and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via Nagano Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Jōetsu and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct train from Jōetsu to Tokyo station. However, there are services departing from Kasugayama and arriving at Tōkyō Station via Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Jōetsu to Tokyo?

The distance between Jōetsu and Tokyo is 290 km. The road distance is 265.6 km.

How do I travel from Jōetsu to Tokyo without a car?

The best way to get from Jōetsu to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Jōetsu to Tokyo?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Jōetsu to Tokyo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jōetsu to Tokyo bus from?

Jōetsu to Tokyo bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Kida station.

Where do I catch the Jōetsu to Tokyo train from?

Jōetsu to Tokyo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Joetsumyoko station.

Train or bus from Jōetsu to Tokyo?

The best way to get from Jōetsu to Tokyo is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Jōetsu to Tokyo bus arrive?

Jōetsu to Tokyo bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Nagano station.

Where does the Jōetsu to Tokyo train arrive?

Jōetsu to Tokyo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Jōetsu to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Jōetsu to Tokyo is 266 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Jōetsu to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 12619+ hotels available in Tokyo.

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There are 4 ways to get from Jōetsu to Tokyo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hakutaka
3h 13m
¥4,272–5,796
Train via Yuzawa
cheapest
1. Take the train from Naoetsu to Echigo-Yuzawatrain Hokuhoku Sen
2. Take the train from Echigo-Yuzawa to Tōkyō Stationtrain Tanigawa / ...
3h 50m
¥3,899–5,188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kida to Naganobus
2. Take the bus from Nagano Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
6h 40m
¥7,025–10,825
Drive 265.6 km
1. Drive from Jōetsu to Tokyocar 265.6 km
3h 44m
¥4,586–6,624

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Distance: 289.8 km
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Jōetsu, Japan and Tokyo, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Joetsumyoko to Tōkyō Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥4,100–5,500 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kida to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via Nagano and Nagano Station in around 6h 40m.

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