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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shinano is to drive which costs ¥4300 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shinano is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥6500 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Shinano?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Shinano. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kurohime via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shinano?

The distance between Tokyo and Shinano is 255 km. The road distance is 254.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shinano without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥6500 - ¥10000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Tokyo to Shinano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shinano train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Shinano?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shinano is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs ¥6500 - ¥10000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3100 - ¥6000 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Tokyo to Shinano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Shinano?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Shinano is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Tokyo to Shinano.

Where can I stay near Shinano?

There are 208+ hotels available in Shinano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Shinano 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 Kurohimetrain [17832] Shinano Railway Kitashinano
2h 39m
¥6,923–9,652
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Stationbus
4h 53m
¥3,100–5,900
Drive 254.8 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Shinanocar 254.8 km
3h 24m
¥4,350–6,284
Bus via Nerima Station
1. Take the bus from Nerima Station to Naganobus
6h 16m
¥3,307–6,549

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 255.1 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Shinano, Nagano, Japan?

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Kurohime via Nagano in around 2h 39m. 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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