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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Tsukuba is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Tsukuba is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Tsukuba?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo station to Tsukuba. However, there are services departing from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit and arriving at 大貫 via つくばセンター. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Tsukuba?

The distance between Tokyo and Tsukuba is 73 km. The road distance is 74.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Tsukuba without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 48m and costs ¥1300 - ¥1700.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Tokyo to Tsukuba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Tsukuba bus from?

Tokyo to Tsukuba bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit.

Where does the Tokyo to Tsukuba bus arrive?

Tokyo to Tsukuba bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Tsukuba Center station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Tsukuba?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Tsukuba is 75 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Tokyo to Tsukuba.

Where can I stay near Tsukuba?

There are 100+ hotels available in Tsukuba.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Tsukuba 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Akihabara to Tsukubatrain [195201] Tsukuba Express Semi-Rapid / ...
2. Take the bus from つくばセンター to 田中東bus Hb
1h 48m
¥1,340–1,646
Drive 74.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Tsukubacar 74.8 km
1h 13m
¥1,263–1,825
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Tsukuba Centerbus Tsukuba
2. Take the bus from つくばセンター to 大貫bus Hb
2h 12m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Tsukubataxi 74.8 km
1h 13m
¥35,000–42,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 73 km
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to 大貫 via Tsukuba Center and つくばセンター in around 2h 12m.

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