What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Echizen-shi?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Echizen-shi is to drive which costs ¥7500 - ¥12000 and takes 5h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Echizen-shi?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Echizen-shi is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥13000 - ¥18000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Echizen-shi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Echizen-Takefu. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Echizen-shi?

The distance between Tokyo and Echizen-shi is 555 km. The road distance is 467.7 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Echizen-shi without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Echizen-shi without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥13000 - ¥18000.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Echizen-shi?

The train from Tōkyō Station to Echizen-Takefu takes 3h 4m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Echizen-shi train from?

Tokyo to Echizen-shi train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Echizen-shi train arrive?

Tokyo to Echizen-shi train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Echizen-Takefu station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Echizen-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Echizen-shi is 468 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Tokyo to Echizen-shi.

Where can I stay near Echizen-shi?

There are 80+ hotels available in Echizen-shi.

Tokyo to Echizen-shi - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Tokyo to Echizen-shi by train, car, or plane

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 Echizen-TakefuKagayaki / ...
3h 4m
¥13,000–18,000
Drive 467.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Echizen-shi467.7 km
5h 33m
¥7,965–11,505
Fly to Komatsu Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Komatsu Airport (KMQ)HND - KMQ
2. Take the train from Komatsu to Echizen-Takefu
4h 5m
¥15,090–40,114
Train via Fukui
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to FukuiKagayaki / ...
3h 34m
¥14,668–20,711
Fly to Osaka International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)HND - ITM
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Tsuruga
5h 50m
¥19,240–51,764
Fly to Toyama Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Toyama Airport (TOY)HND - TOY
2. Take the train from Toyama to Echizen-Takefu
5h 35m
¥17,790–49,814

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Komatsu Airport (KMQ) flights

56Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

¥9,924Cheapest Price

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Distance: 554.6 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Echizen-shi, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Echizen-Takefu every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥13,000–18,000 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

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