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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Obuse is to drive which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Obuse is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥6500 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Obuse?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Obuse. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Obuse via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Obuse?

The distance between Tokyo and Obuse is 240 km. The road distance is 221.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Obuse without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥6500 - ¥10000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Tokyo to Obuse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Obuse train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Obuse?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Obuse is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥6500 - ¥10000. Alternatively, you can bus via Nagano Station, which costs ¥3000 - ¥6000 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Tokyo to Obuse train arrive?

Tokyo to Obuse train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Obuse?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Obuse is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Tokyo to Obuse.

Where can I stay near Obuse?

There are 451+ hotels available in Obuse.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Obuse 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 Naganotrain Hakutaka / ...
2. Take the train from Nagano to Obusetrain [161427] Nagano Electric Railway / ...
2h 23m
¥6,823–9,652
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nerima Station to Suzaka Stationbus
5h 59m
¥2,867–6,069
Bus via Nagano Station
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Stationbus
4h 37m
¥3,000–5,900
Drive 221.9 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Obusecar 221.9 km
3h 27m
¥3,778–5,456

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 240.4 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Obuse via Nagano in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,200–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Nagaden Bus also services this route 4 times a day.

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