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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kai is to drive which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kai is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Chuodo Futaba Higashi. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shinjuku Station station and arriving at Ryūō. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kai?

The distance between Tokyo and Kai is 126 km. The road distance is 129.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kai without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

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

The train from Shinjuku Station to Ryūō takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kai bus from?

Tokyo to Kai bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kai train from?

Tokyo to Kai train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Shinjuku Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Kai?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kai is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2600 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kai bus arrive?

Tokyo to Kai bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Chuodo Futaba Higashi station.

Where does the Tokyo to Kai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kai?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kai is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Tokyo to Kai.

Where can I stay near Kai?

There are 222+ hotels available in Kai.

Tokyo to Kai - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Kai 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 Shinjuku Station to RyūōKaiji
1h 55m
¥3,700–5,500
Bus via 甲府駅バスターミナル
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kofu Station
2h 48m
¥1,760–4,550
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Chuodo Futaba HigashiShinjuku
2h 9m
¥2,600–3,400
Drive 129.3 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kai129.3 km
1h 48m
¥2,205–3,185
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to KōfuKaiji / ...
2. Take the bus from 甲府駅バスターミナル to 金の宮住宅入口08:甲府駅バスターミナル発（敷島）韮崎駅行 / ...
2h 22m
¥4,007–5,547

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 125.5 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Ryūō twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,700–5,500 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Chuodo Futaba Higashi hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,600–3,400 and the journey takes 2h 9m.

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