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

The cheapest way to get from Suwa to Tokyo is to bus which costs ¥3800 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Suwa to Tokyo is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct bus between Suwa and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kamisuwa Station station and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Suwa and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kami-Suwa and arriving at Shinjuku Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Suwa to Tokyo?

The distance between Suwa and Tokyo is 186 km. The road distance is 187.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Suwa to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

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

The train from Kami-Suwa to Shinjuku Station takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Suwa to Tokyo bus from?

Suwa to Tokyo bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Kamisuwa Station.

Where do I catch the Suwa to Tokyo train from?

Suwa to Tokyo train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Kami-Suwa station.

Train or bus from Suwa to Tokyo?

The best way to get from Suwa to Tokyo is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3800 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Suwa to Tokyo bus arrive?

Suwa to Tokyo bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Suwa to Tokyo train arrive?

Suwa to Tokyo train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shinjuku Station.

Can I drive from Suwa to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Suwa to Tokyo is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Suwa to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 10769+ hotels available in Tokyo.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Suwa 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 Kami-Suwa to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
2h 9m
¥5,000–7,500
Drive 187.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Suwa to Tokyocar 187.5 km
2h 40m
¥3,199–4,621
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kamisuwa Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus Shinjuku
3h 24m
¥3,800–6,500

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 186.4 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Kami-Suwa to Shinjuku Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥5,000–7,500 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Kamisuwa Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,800–6,500 and the journey takes 3h 24m. ALPICO Kotsu also services this route 3 times a day.

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