What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Minami-Alps?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Minami-Alps is to train and bus which costs ¥2300 - ¥3100 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Minami-Alps?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Minami-Alps is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Minami-Alps?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Minami Alpes Shiyakusho. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Minami-Alps?

The distance between Tokyo and Minami-Alps is 134 km. The road distance is 135.1 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Minami-Alps without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Minami-Alps without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 41m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3100.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Minami-Alps?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Tokyo to Minami-Alps, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Minami-Alps bus from?

Tokyo to Minami-Alps bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Minami-Alps?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Minami-Alps is to bus which takes 2h 56m and costs ¥3600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2500 - ¥3500 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Tokyo to Minami-Alps bus arrive?

Tokyo to Minami-Alps bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, arrive at Minami Alpes Shiyakusho station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Minami-Alps?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Minami-Alps is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Tokyo to Minami-Alps.

Where can I stay near Minami-Alps?

There are 192+ hotels available in Minami-Alps.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Minami-Alps 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kōfutrain Kaiji / ...
2. Take the bus from 甲府駅バスターミナル to 小笠原橋bus 49:甲府駅バスターミナル発小笠原下仲町方面行き / ...
2h 41m
¥2,300–3,054
Bus via 甲府駅バスターミナル
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kofu Stationbus
2. Take the bus from 甲府駅バスターミナル to 小笠原橋bus 49:甲府駅バスターミナル発小笠原下仲町方面行き / ...
3h 7m
¥1,880–4,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Minami Alpes Shiyakushobus 1771 / ...
2h 56m
¥3,600
Drive 135.1 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Minami-Alpscar 135.1 km
1h 51m
¥2,356–3,403
Train
1. Take the train from 東京 Tōkyō to 高尾 Takaotrain Jc
2. Take the train from 高尾 Takao to 甲府 Kōfutrain Co
4h 19m
¥2,546–3,434

Tokyo to Minami-Alps by train and bus

154Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

¥2,546Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.1 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Minami-Alps, Japan?

Keio Dentetsu Bus operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Minami Alpes Shiyakusho 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,600 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from 東京 Tōkyō to 小笠原橋 via 高尾 Takao, 甲府 Kōfu, and 甲府駅バスターミナル in around 4h 19m.

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