What is the cheapest way to get from Shibuya to Hitachi?

The cheapest way to get from Shibuya to Hitachi is to train via Nippori which costs ¥2300 - ¥3300 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shibuya to Hitachi?

The fastest way to get from Shibuya to Hitachi is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3700.

Is there a direct train between Shibuya and Hitachi?

No, there is no direct train from Shibuya to Hitachi. However, there are services departing from Harajuku and arriving at Hitachi via Ueno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Shibuya to Hitachi?

The distance between Shibuya and Hitachi is 165 km. The road distance is 149.3 km.

How do I travel from Shibuya to Hitachi without a car?

The best way to get from Shibuya to Hitachi without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ¥2500 - ¥6500.

How long does it take to get from Shibuya to Hitachi?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Shibuya to Hitachi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shibuya to Hitachi train from?

Shibuya to Hitachi train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Harajuku station.

Train or bus from Shibuya to Hitachi?

The best way to get from Shibuya to Hitachi is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ¥2500 - ¥6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2600 - ¥3600 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Shibuya to Hitachi train arrive?

Shibuya to Hitachi train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ueno station.

Can I drive from Shibuya to Hitachi?

Yes, the driving distance between Shibuya to Hitachi is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Shibuya to Hitachi.

Where can I stay near Hitachi?

There are 41+ hotels available in Hitachi.

Shibuya to Hitachi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Shibuya to Hitachi by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harajuku to Uenotrain JY: Yamanote
2. Take the train from Ueno to Hitachitrain Hitachi / ...
2h 38m
¥2,516–6,441
Train via Nippori
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nippori to Hitachitrain Ueno-Tōkyō Line
4h 10m
¥2,378–3,304
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hitachi Stationbus Hitachi
3h 17m
¥2,662–3,588
Drive 149.3 km
1. Drive from Shibuya to Hitachicar 149.3 km
1h 53m
¥2,543–3,672

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shibuya to Hitachi.

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Distance: 164.9 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Shibuya, Japan and Hitachi, Japan?

You can take a train from Harajuku to Hitachi via Ueno in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hitachi Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,400 and the journey takes 2h 46m.

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