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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shigaraki is to drive which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shigaraki is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Shigaraki?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Shigaraki. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Shigaraki via Kyōto, Kusatsu(Shiga) and Kibukawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shigaraki?

The distance between Tokyo and Shigaraki is 534 km. The road distance is 425.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shigaraki without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs ¥12000 - ¥18000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Tokyo to Shigaraki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shigaraki train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Shigaraki?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shigaraki is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs ¥12000 - ¥18000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 1m.

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Shigaraki?

Shigaraki is 1h behind Tokyo. It is currently 3:34 AM in Tokyo and 2:34 AM in Shigaraki.

Where does the Tokyo to Shigaraki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Shigaraki?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Shigaraki is 425 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Tokyo to Shigaraki.

Where can I stay near Shigaraki?

There are 3115+ hotels available in Shigaraki.

Tokyo to Shigaraki - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car

There are 10 ways to get from Tokyo to Shigaraki 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 Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
4h 41m
¥12,777–18,012
Drive 425.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Shigarakicar 425.2 km
4h 36m
¥7,296–10,538
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Midai ICbus
8h 1m
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Minami Kusatsu Stationnightbus
8h 58m
Train via Nagahama
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Maibaratrain Kodama / ...
7h 16m
¥11,170–15,532
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Kusatsu(Shiga)train
4. Take the train from Kusatsu(Shiga) to Kibukawatrain
5. Take the train from Kibukawa to Shigarakitrain
6h 12m
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōtotrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Kusatsu(Shiga)train
4. Take the train from Kusatsu(Shiga) to Kibukawatrain
5. Take the train from Kibukawa to Shigarakitrain
6h 20m
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Stationtrain
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
6h 45m
¥19,205–45,291
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Kusatsu(Shiga)train
4. Take the train from Kusatsu(Shiga) to Kibukawatrain
5. Take the train from Kibukawa to Shigarakitrain
6h 37m
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 Stationtrain
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane NRT - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain
4. Take the train from Kyōto to Kusatsu(Shiga)train
5. Take the train from Kusatsu(Shiga) to Kibukawatrain
6. Take the train from Kibukawa to Shigarakitrain
7h 6m

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

210Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

¥11,140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 534.5 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Shigaraki, 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, you can take a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Shigaraki via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit, Meitetsu Bus Center, and Midai IC in around 8h 1m.

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