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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Ueda Castle is to bus which costs ¥1500 - ¥4100 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Ueda Castle is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Ueda Castle?

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 28m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Ueda Castle?

The distance between Tokyo and Ueda Castle is 191 km. The road distance is 199.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ueda Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3600.

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

The train from Tōkyō Station to Ueda takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ueda Castle train from?

Tokyo to Ueda Castle train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Ueda Castle?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ueda Castle is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1500 - ¥4100 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Tokyo to Ueda Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Ueda Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Ueda Castle is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Tokyo to Ueda Castle.

Where can I stay near Ueda Castle?

There are 254+ hotels available in Ueda Castle.

Tokyo to Ueda Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Tokyo to Ueda Castle 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 Uedatrain Asama
1h 44m
¥2,700–3,600
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 上田駅前（１番のりば）bus 池袋～上田 / ...
4h 34m
¥1,517–4,041
Drive 199.4 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Ueda Castlecar 199.4 km
2h 34m
¥3,460–4,998

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Distance: 190.8 km
Duration: 1h 44m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Ueda hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,700–3,600 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, Express bus - Gunma Prefecture operates a bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 上田駅前（１番のりば） every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,400–3,800 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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