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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu is to night bus which costs ¥3000 - ¥8500 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs ¥12000 - ¥18000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kusatsu?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Minami Kusatsu Station station. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kusatsu?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Kusatsu. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kusatsu(Shiga) via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kusatsu?

The distance between Tokyo and Kusatsu is 498 km. The road distance is 434.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs ¥12000 - ¥18000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kusatsu bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kusatsu train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Kusatsu?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs ¥12000 - ¥18000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4400 - ¥18000 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kusatsu bus arrive?

Tokyo to Kusatsu bus services, operated by Senei Kotsu, arrive at Minami Kusatsu Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Kusatsu train arrive?

Tokyo to Kusatsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kusatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kusatsu is 435 km. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Tokyo to Kusatsu.

Where can I stay near Kusatsu?

There are 3080+ hotels available in Kusatsu.

Tokyo to Kusatsu - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu by train, bus, night bus, 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 KyōtoNozomi / ...
2h 47m
¥12,777–18,012
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Minami Kusatsu Station
6h 55m
¥3,000–8,500
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Maibara
3. Take the train from Maibara to Kusatsu(Shiga)
8h 5m
¥8,394–12,317
Drive 434.5 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kusatsu434.5 km
4h 45m
¥7,397–10,684
Train via Nagahama
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to MaibaraKodama / ...
2. Take the train from Maibara to Kusatsu(Shiga)[21833] Jr Biwako / ...
4h 2m
¥11,920–16,832
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ikebukuro Station West Exit to Minamikusatsu
8h 39m
¥4,417–17,950
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)HND - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
4h 22m
¥15,090–37,614
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōto
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Kusatsu(Shiga)
4h 25m
¥16,390–28,474
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Station
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)NRT - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
4h 51m
¥21,205–50,291
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōto
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Kusatsu(Shiga)
4h 43m
¥22,040–36,514
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Station
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)NRT - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōto
5h 11m
¥24,155–41,191

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

217Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

¥11,516Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 498.2 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyōto every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥11,000–16,000 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, Senei Kotsu operates a vehicle from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Minami Kusatsu Station once daily, and the journey takes 6h 55m. JAMJAM LINER also services this route once daily.

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