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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kitakata is to bus via 若松駅前バスターミナル which costs ¥3600 - ¥4800 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kitakata is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kitakata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kitakata Eigyōsho. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kitakata?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Kitakata. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kitakata via Koriyama(Fukushima) and Aizu-Wakamatsu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kitakata?

The distance between Tokyo and Kitakata is 294 km. The road distance is 274.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kitakata without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs ¥7000 - ¥12000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Tokyo to Kitakata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kitakata bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kitakata train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Kitakata?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kitakata is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs ¥7000 - ¥12000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥5000 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kitakata bus arrive?

Tokyo to Kitakata bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kitakata Eigyōsho station.

Where does the Tokyo to Kitakata train arrive?

Tokyo to Kitakata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kōriyama station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kitakata?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kitakata is 275 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Tokyo to Kitakata.

Where can I stay near Kitakata?

There are 108+ hotels available in Kitakata.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Kitakata 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 KōriyamaYamabiko / ...
2. Take the train from Koriyama(Fukushima) to Aizu-Wakamatsu[16884] Jr Ban-Etsu-West / ...
4h 31m
¥7,359–11,859
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kitakata EigyōshoDream Aizu
4h 57m
¥3,600–5,000
Drive 274.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kitakata274.6 km
3h 37m
¥4,667–6,740
Bus via 若松駅前バスターミナル
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Aizu-WakamatsuDream Aizu
6h 18m
¥3,600–4,800

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tokyo to Kitakata.

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Distance: 293.7 km
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Kitakata, Fukushima-ken, Japan?

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Kitakata via Koriyama(Fukushima) and Aizu-Wakamatsu in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kitakata Eigyōsho once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,600–5,000 and the journey takes 4h 57m.

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