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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Arai is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Arai is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Arai?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Arai. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Nihongi via Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Arai?

The distance between Tokyo and Arai is 294 km. The road distance is 276.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Arai without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Tokyo to Arai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Arai train from?

Tokyo to Arai train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Arai train arrive?

Tokyo to Arai train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Jōetsumyōkō station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Arai?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Arai is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Tokyo to Arai.

Where can I stay near Arai?

There are 396+ hotels available in Arai.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Tokyo to Arai 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 Tōkyō Station to JōetsumyōkōHakutaka
2h 46m
¥7,660–10,755
Drive 276.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Arai276.2 km
3h 39m
¥4,710–6,803
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Station
2. Take the train from Nagano to JōetsumyōkōHakutaka
5h 48m
¥5,430–9,920

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 293.9 km
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Arai, Niigata, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Jōetsumyōkō hourly. Tickets cost ¥7,000–11,000 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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