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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Chikuma is to train via Ueda(Nagano) which costs ¥3200 - ¥4400 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Chikuma is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Chikuma?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Chikuma station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Nagano Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Chikuma?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Chikuma. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Yashiro via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Chikuma?

The distance between Tokyo and Chikuma is 237 km. The road distance is 218.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Chikuma without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Tokyo to Chikuma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Chikuma bus from?

Tokyo to Chikuma bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Chikuma train from?

Tokyo to Chikuma train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Chikuma?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Chikuma is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 - ¥8500 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Tokyo to Chikuma bus arrive?

Tokyo to Chikuma bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Chikuma train arrive?

Tokyo to Chikuma train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Chikuma?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Chikuma is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Tokyo to Chikuma.

Where can I stay near Chikuma?

There are 257+ hotels available in Chikuma.

Tokyo to Chikuma - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Chikuma by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Naganotrain Hakutaka / ...
2h 13m
¥3,585–4,572
Train via Ueda(Nagano)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ueno to Uedatrain Asama
2. Take the train from Ueda(Nagano) to Yashirotrain [161709] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
3h 3m
¥3,251–4,375
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Stationbus
4h 19m
¥4,520–8,140
Drive 218.2 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Chikumacar 218.2 km
2h 54m
¥3,795–5,481

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Distance: 237.4 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Nagano hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,200–4,200 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,200–8,000 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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