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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Tachikawa is to drive which costs ¥600 - ¥900 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Tachikawa is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥490 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Tachikawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shinjuku Station station and arriving at Tachikawa. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Tachikawa?

The distance between Tokyo and Tachikawa is 27 km. The road distance is 35.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Tachikawa without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥490 - ¥2500.

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

The train from Shinjuku Station to Tachikawa takes 36 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Tachikawa train from?

Tokyo to Tachikawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Shinjuku Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Tachikawa?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Tachikawa is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥490 - ¥2500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 47 min.

Where does the Tokyo to Tachikawa train arrive?

Tokyo to Tachikawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tachikawa station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Tachikawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Tachikawa is 36 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Tokyo to Tachikawa.

Where can I stay near Tachikawa?

There are 462+ hotels available in Tachikawa.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Tachikawa by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Tachikawatrain JC: Chūō Line Rapid / ...
36 min
¥490–2,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Chūōdō Hinobus
47 min
Drive 35.7 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Tachikawacar 35.7 km
44 min
¥611–883
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Tachikawataxi 35.7 km
44 min
¥17,000–21,000

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Distance: 27.3 km
Duration: 36 min

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Tachikawa every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥490–700 and the journey takes 36 min. Japan Railways Limited Express also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Chūōdō Hino every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 30 min.

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