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

The cheapest way to get from Akita to Tokyo is to train and night bus which costs ¥9600 - ¥10200 and takes 11h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Akita to Tokyo is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs ¥13000 - ¥32000.

Is there a direct bus between Akita and Tokyo?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Akita Station station and arriving at Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit station. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Akita and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Akita and arriving at Tōkyō Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Akita to Tokyo?

The distance between Akita and Tokyo is 622 km. The road distance is 563 km.

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

The best way to get from Akita to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs ¥8500 - ¥12000.

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

The train from Akita to Tōkyō Station takes 3h 47m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Akita to Tokyo bus from?

Akita to Tokyo bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, depart from Akita Station.

Where do I catch the Akita to Tokyo train from?

Akita to Tokyo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Akita station.

Train or fly from Akita to Tokyo?

The best way to get from Akita to Tokyo is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs ¥8500 - ¥12000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥13000 - ¥32000 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Akita to Tokyo bus arrive?

Akita to Tokyo bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, arrive at Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit.

Where does the Akita to Tokyo train arrive?

Akita to Tokyo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Akita to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Akita to Tokyo is 563 km. It takes approximately 6h 50m to drive from Akita to Tokyo.

How do I get a train ticket from Akita to Tokyo?

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Akita to Tokyo - 6 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Akita to Tokyo by train, night bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Akita to Tōkyō Stationtrain Komachi
3h 47m
¥8,500–12,000
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Akita Station to Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exitnightbus Dream Akita Tokyo
8h 27m
¥7,000–18,000
Drive 563 km
1. Drive from Akita to Tokyocar 563 km
6h 50m
¥9,676–13,976
Fly from Akita Airport
1. Fly from Akita Airport (AXT) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane AXT - HND
3h 17m
¥13,540–31,770
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from Akita to Sakata(Yamagata)train [186392] Ltd. Exp Inaho 8 / ...
2. Take the night bus from Sakata Shoko BT to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalnightbus
11h 9m
¥9,690–10,160
Train to Odate–Noshiro Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Akita to Takanosu(Jr)train
2. Fly from Odate–Noshiro Airport (ONJ) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane ONJ - HND
4h 30m
¥43,409–195,633

Akita to Tokyo by train

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Distance: 622 km
Duration: 3h 47m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Akita to Tōkyō Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥8,500–12,000 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a vehicle from Akita Station to Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit once daily. Tickets cost ¥7,000–11,000 and the journey takes 8h 27m. JAMJAM LINER also services this route once daily.

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