What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway is to night bus which costs ¥8000 - ¥12000 and takes 10h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs ¥14000 - ¥20000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Mount Shosha Ropeway?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Shoshazan Ropeway via Himeji Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway?

The distance between Tokyo and Mount Shosha Ropeway is 605 km. The road distance is 575.8 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs ¥14000 - ¥20000.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway bus from?

Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs ¥14000 - ¥20000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8000 - ¥21000 and takes 10h 39m.

Where does the Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway bus arrive?

Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Himeji Station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway is 576 km. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway.

Where can I stay near Mount Shosha Ropeway?

There are 94+ hotels available in Mount Shosha Ropeway.

Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and night bus

There are 9 ways to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway 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 Himejitrain Nozomi / ...
3h 42m
¥14,142–19,150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Himeji Stationbus 9351
10h 39m
¥8,080–20,560
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Himeji Stationnightbus
10h 39m
¥8,260–11,780
Drive 575.8 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropewaycar 575.8 km
6h 30m
¥9,954–14,378
Fly to Kobe, train, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Sannomiya to Himejitrain
3. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shoshazan Ropewaybus
4h 44m
¥14,180–26,644
Fly to Osaka International Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Himejitrain
3. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shoshazan Ropewaybus
4h 32m
¥16,020–28,144
Fly to Tokushima Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
3. Take the train from Maiko to Himejitrain
4. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shoshazan Ropewaybus
5h 42m
Fly to Okayama Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Okayama Airport (OKJ)plane HND - OKJ
2. Take the train from Okayama to Himejitrain
3. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shoshazan Ropewaybus
5h 54m
¥20,570–28,794
Fly to Takamatsu Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Takamatsu Airport (TAK)plane HND - TAK
2. Take the train from Takamatsu(Kagawa) to Okayamatrain
3. Take the train from Okayama to Himejitrain
4. Take the bus from Himeji Station to Shoshazan Ropewaybus
7h
¥18,970–46,344

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB) flights

56Weekly Planes

1h 14mAverage Duration

¥11,068Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tokyo to Mount Shosha Ropeway.

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Distance: 605 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Mount Shosha Ropeway, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Himeji every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥13,000–19,000 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Himeji Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥7,500–21,000 and the journey takes 9h 55m.

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