What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway is to drive which costs ¥6000 - ¥9000 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥15000 - ¥21000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Zaō Ropeway?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Zao Onsen via Tokyo Haneda Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway?

The distance between Tokyo and Zaō Ropeway is 351 km. The road distance is 356.6 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥15000 - ¥21000.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway bus from?

Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, depart from Tokyo Haneda Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥15000 - ¥21000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥12000 - ¥16000 and takes 7h, you could also fly, which costs ¥18000 - ¥28000 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway bus arrive?

Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, arrive at Zao Onsen station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway is 357 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway.

Where can I stay near Zaō Ropeway?

There are 192+ hotels available in Zaō Ropeway.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kaminoyama-OnsenTsubasa
3h 9m
¥15,406–20,716
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Zao OnsenJx851
11h 9m
¥5,600–12,400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Sendai Miyakoh Bus Center
2. Take the bus from Sendai to Yamagata Kencho-maeYamagata / ...
7h
¥12,250–15,300
Drive 356.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Zaō Ropeway356.6 km
4h 41m
¥6,060–8,753
Fly
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)HND - GAJ
5h 30m
¥18,590–27,814

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

¥15,079Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 351 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Zaō Ropeway, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kaminoyama-Onsen hourly. Tickets cost ¥8,000–12,000 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Zaō Ropeway via Sendai Miyakoh Bus Center, Sendai, and Yamagata Kencho-mae in around 7h.

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