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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Otari is to drive which costs ¥4600 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Otari is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Otari?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tokyo Station Kajibashi station and arriving at Hakuba Cortina Hotel. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Otari?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Otari. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Minami-Otari via Itoigawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Otari?

The distance between Tokyo and Otari is 354 km. The road distance is 270.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Otari without a car is to train via Itoigawa which takes 4h 11m and costs ¥8500 - ¥13000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Tokyo to Otari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Otari bus from?

Tokyo to Otari bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, depart from Tokyo Station Kajibashi.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Otari train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Otari?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Otari is to train via Itoigawa which takes 4h 11m and costs ¥8500 - ¥13000. Alternatively, you can Ski bus, which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Tokyo to Otari bus arrive?

Tokyo to Otari bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, arrive at Hakuba Cortina Hotel station.

Where does the Tokyo to Otari train arrive?

Tokyo to Otari train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Itoigawa station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Otari?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Otari is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Tokyo to Otari.

Where can I stay near Otari?

There are 814+ hotels available in Otari.

Tokyo to Otari - 5 ways to travel via train, Ski bus, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Otari 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 via Itoigawa
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Itoigawatrain Hakutaka
2. Take the train from Itoigawa to Minami-Otaritrain [29960] Jr Oito
4h 11m
¥8,783–12,323
Drive 270.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Otaricar 270.7 km
3h 41m
¥4,655–6,723
Ski bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Kajibashi to Hakuba Cortina Hotelbus
6h 19m
¥7,000–11,000
Train
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Hakubatrain Azusa
4h 59m
¥7,467–10,231
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hakuba-Goryubus
6h 27m
¥6,070–8,170

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 354.2 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Minami-Otari via Itoigawa in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, JAMJAM LINER operates a bus from Tokyo Station Kajibashi to Hakuba Cortina Hotel once daily. Tickets cost ¥7,000–11,000 and the journey takes 6h 19m.

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