There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo (Station) to Sano 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.
Recommended option
Train, bus
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Take the train from Tokyo to Oji
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Take the bus from Ōji to Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal
2 alternative options
Train
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Take the train from Tokyo to Oyama(Tochigi)
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Take the train from Oyama(Tochigi) to Sano
Drive
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Drive from Tokyo (Station) to Sano
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- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
- Further restrictions may be implemented at short notice
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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Sano is 0120-565653.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Sano is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Sano is 2 metres.
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Last updated: 11 May 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Tokyo (Station) to Sano is to drive which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 1m.
The quickest way to get from Tokyo (Station) to Sano is to drive which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 1m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit station and arriving at Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.
No, there is no direct train from Tokyo (Station) to Sano. However, there are services departing from Tokyo and arriving at Sano via Oyama(Tochigi). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.
The distance between Tokyo (Station) and Sano is 73 km. The road distance is 85 km.
The best way to get from Tokyo (Station) to Sano without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 31m and costs ¥1700 - ¥1900.
It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Tokyo (Station) to Sano, including transfers.
Tokyo (Station) to Sano bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit.
Tokyo (Station) to Sano train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tokyo station.
The best way to get from Tokyo (Station) to Sano is to bus which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥1550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1600 - ¥6000 and takes 1h 35m.
- Distance: 72.6 km
- Duration: 1h 31m
What companies run services between Tokyo (Station), Japan and Sano, Japan?
JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1550 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tokyo (Station) to Sano via Oyama(Tochigi) in around 1h 35m.
- Website
- jreast.co.jp
Train from Tokyo to Oji
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 5 minutes
- Estimated price
- ¥210 - ¥340
- Website
- https://www.jreast.co.jp/e/
Train from Tokyo to Oyama
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 21m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- ¥1200 - ¥1600
- Website
- https://www.jreast.co.jp/e/
Japan Railways operates a large proportion of Japan's main intercity routes, including the high-speed Shinkansen (bullet train) service and commuter rail service. Covering 1665 stations across 7458km, Japan Railways carries an average of 17 million passengers per day. Trains are clean, comfortable and punctual. There are several rail passes on offer for customers, such as the extremely popular national JR Pass and regional Hokkaido Pass, JR Kyushu Pass and JR West Pass, among others.
Contact Details
- Website
- hyperdia.com
Train from Tokyo to Oji(Tokyo)
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- ¥210 - ¥310
- Schedules at
- hyperdia.com
Train from Tokyo to Oyama(Tochigi)
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ¥1200 - ¥1800
- Schedules at
- hyperdia.com
Train from Oyama(Tochigi) to Sano
- Ave. Duration
- 27 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ¥460 - ¥700
- Schedules at
- hyperdia.com
Japan’s famous bullet trains, operated by Japan Rail, are known for their comfort, punctuality and efficiency. They run at speeds of up to 320km/h and connect most of the country’s major cities. Most shinkansen trains offer two classes – Ordinary and Green Car – although some also offer Gran Class (comparable to first class). Seat reservations can be made on all trains for a small fee, although it’s not mandatory apart from on a handful of routes.
Contact Details
- Website
- hyperdia.com
Train from Tokyo to Oyama(Tochigi)
- Ave. Duration
- 41 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ¥3300 - ¥5000
- Schedules at
- hyperdia.com
- Unreserved seat
- ¥3300 - ¥4400
- Reserved seat
- ¥4100 - ¥5000
- Green seat
- ¥5000 - ¥6500
- Phone
- 03-3844-0489
- Website
- jrbuskanto.co.jp.e.wn.hp.transer.com
Bus from Ōji to Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- ¥1550
- Schedules at
- time.jrbuskanto.co.jp.e.wn.hp.transer.com
Bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- ¥1550
- Schedules at
- time.jrbuskanto.co.jp.e.wn.hp.transer.com
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More Questions & Answers
Tokyo (Station) to Sano bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal station.
Tokyo (Station) to Sano train services, operated by Japan Railways (JR), arrive at Sano station.
Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo (Station) to Sano is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Tokyo (Station) to Sano.
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