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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Hitachi is to drive which costs ¥2400 - ¥3500 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Hitachi is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs ¥2200 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Hitachi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit station and arriving at Hitachi Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Hitachi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Hitachi. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Hitachi?

The distance between Tokyo and Hitachi is 153 km. The road distance is 141.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Hitachi without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs ¥2200 - ¥6000.

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

The train from Tōkyō Station to Hitachi takes 1h 36m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Hitachi bus from?

Tokyo to Hitachi bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Hitachi train from?

Tokyo to Hitachi train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Hitachi?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Hitachi is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs ¥2200 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2500 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Tokyo to Hitachi bus arrive?

Tokyo to Hitachi bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Hitachi Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Hitachi train arrive?

Tokyo to Hitachi train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Hitachi station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Hitachi?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Hitachi is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Tokyo to Hitachi.

Where can I stay near Hitachi?

There are 43+ hotels available in Hitachi.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Tokyo to Hitachi by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to HitachiHitachi / ...
1h 36m
¥2,200–6,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hitachi StationHitachi
2h 46m
¥2,500–3,400
Drive 141.7 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Hitachi141.7 km
1h 46m
¥2,417–3,491

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 153 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Hitachi hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,300–6,000 and the journey takes 1h 36m. JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hitachi Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,400 and the journey takes 2h 46m.

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