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

The cheapest way to get from Nagano to Tokyo is to drive which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nagano to Tokyo is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9000.

Is there a direct bus between Nagano and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nagano Bus Terminal and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Nagano and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nagano and arriving at Tōkyō Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Nagano to Tokyo?

The distance between Nagano and Tokyo is 223 km. The road distance is 231.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nagano to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9000.

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

The train from Nagano to Tōkyō Station takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Nagano to Tokyo bus from?

Nagano to Tokyo bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Nagano Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Nagano to Tokyo train from?

Nagano to Tokyo train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Nagano station.

Train or bus from Nagano to Tokyo?

The best way to get from Nagano to Tokyo is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1800 - ¥8500 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Nagano to Tokyo bus arrive?

Nagano to Tokyo bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Nagano to Tokyo train arrive?

Nagano to Tokyo train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Nagano to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagano to Tokyo is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Nagano to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 10919+ hotels available in Tokyo.

Nagano to Tokyo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Nagano to Tokyo by train, 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 Nagano to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hakutaka / ...
1h 30m
¥6,000–9,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nagano Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
4h 23m
¥1,800–8,500
Drive 231.7 km
1. Drive from Nagano to Tokyocar 231.7 km
3h 1m
¥3,998–5,775

Nagano to Tokyo by bus

140Weekly Buses

4h 23mAverage Duration

¥1,800Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.8 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Nagano to Tōkyō Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥6,000–9,000 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Nagano Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,200–5,500 and the journey takes 4h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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