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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shiojiri is to bus which costs ¥3900 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shiojiri is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Shiojiri?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu and arriving at Naganodo Midoriko. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Shiojiri?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shinjuku Station station and arriving at Shiojiri. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shiojiri?

The distance between Tokyo and Shiojiri is 207 km. The road distance is 204.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shiojiri without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000.

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

The train from Shinjuku Station to Shiojiri takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shiojiri bus from?

Tokyo to Shiojiri bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shiojiri train from?

Tokyo to Shiojiri train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Shinjuku Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Shiojiri?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shiojiri is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3900 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Tokyo to Shiojiri bus arrive?

Tokyo to Shiojiri bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Naganodo Midoriko station.

Where does the Tokyo to Shiojiri train arrive?

Tokyo to Shiojiri train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shiojiri station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Shiojiri?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Shiojiri is 205 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Tokyo to Shiojiri.

Where can I stay near Shiojiri?

There are 247+ hotels available in Shiojiri.

Tokyo to Shiojiri - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Shiojiri by train, bus, night 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 Shinjuku Station to ShiojiriAzusa
2h 30m
¥5,500–8,000
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kofu Station
2. Take the train from Kofu to Midoriko[12416] Jr Chuo
4h 21m
¥2,600–5,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Okaya StationShinjuku
3h 56m
¥3,940–5,929
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu to Naganodo Midoriko101
4h 52m
¥6,500–7,500
Drive 204.7 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Shiojiri204.7 km
3h 3m
¥3,484–5,032

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 206.6 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Shiojiri every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,000 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Okaya Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,800–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 25m. ALPICO Kotsu also services this route hourly.

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