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

The cheapest way to get from Arai to Tokyo is to train via Nagano which costs ¥4300 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arai to Tokyo is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Arai and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct train from Arai to Tokyo station. However, there are services departing from Nihongi and arriving at Tōkyō Station via Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Arai to Tokyo?

The distance between Arai and Tokyo is 294 km. The road distance is 276.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Arai to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Arai to Tokyo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arai to Tokyo train from?

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

Where does the Arai to Tokyo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arai to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Arai to Tokyo is 277 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Arai to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 12649+ hotels available in Tokyo.

Arai to Tokyo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Arai to Tokyo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hakutaka
3h 19m
¥4,332–5,820
Train via Nagano
cheapest
1. Take the train from Myoko-Kogen to Naganotrain [17860] Shinano Railway Kitashinano
2. Take the train from Nagano to Tōkyō Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
3h 59m
¥4,311–5,659
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Naganotrain Hakutaka
2. Take the bus from Nagano Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
6h 51m
¥5,332–9,620
Drive 276.6 km
1. Drive from Arai to Tokyocar 276.6 km
3h 42m
¥4,753–6,866
Train via Nagano #2
1. Take the train from Myoko-Kogen to Naganotrain [17860] Shinano Railway Kitashinano
2. Take the train from Nagano to Uenotrain Asama
4h 6m
¥4,311–5,659

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Distance: 294 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Arai, Niigata, Japan and Tokyo, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Joetsumyoko to Tōkyō Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥4,100–5,500 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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