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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Ueda is to bus which costs ¥3000 - ¥4200 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Ueda is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Ueda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at 住吉［上田市］（おりば）. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Ueda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Ueda. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Ueda?

The distance between Tokyo and Ueda is 189 km. The road distance is 195.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ueda without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000.

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

The train from Tōkyō Station to Ueda takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ueda bus from?

Tokyo to Ueda bus services, operated by Express bus - Gunma Prefecture, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ueda train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Ueda?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ueda is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥4200 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Tokyo to Ueda bus arrive?

Tokyo to Ueda bus services, operated by Express bus - Gunma Prefecture, arrive at 住吉［上田市］（おりば） station.

Where does the Tokyo to Ueda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Ueda?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Ueda is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Tokyo to Ueda.

Where can I stay near Ueda?

There are 317+ hotels available in Ueda.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Ueda 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 UedaHakutaka / ...
1h 17m
¥5,500–8,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to 住吉［上田市］（おりば）池袋～上田
3h 47m
¥3,000–4,200
Drive 195.4 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Ueda195.4 km
2h 29m
¥3,329–4,808
Bus via Komoro
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Komoro StationTo Saku
3h 47m
¥3,390–4,054

Tokyo to Ueda by bus

7Weekly Buses

3h 47mAverage Duration

¥3,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.5 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Ueda hourly. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,000 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, Express bus - Gunma Prefecture operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to 住吉［上田市］（おりば） once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,000–4,200 and the journey takes 3h 47m.

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