What is the cheapest way to get from Asakusa to Minowa?

The cheapest way to get from Asakusa to Minowa is to train which costs ¥3300 - ¥4600 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Asakusa to Minowa?

The fastest way to get from Asakusa to Minowa is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Asakusa and Minowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Asakusa to Minowa station. However, there are services departing from 浅草六丁目 and arriving at Okaya Station via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Asakusa and Minowa?

No, there is no direct train from Asakusa to Minowa. However, there are services departing from 日暮里 Nippori and arriving at Inamatsushima via Shinjuku Station and Okaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Asakusa to Minowa?

The distance between Asakusa and Minowa is 228 km. The road distance is 215.3 km.

How do I travel from Asakusa to Minowa without a car?

The best way to get from Asakusa to Minowa without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4600.

How long does it take to get from Asakusa to Minowa?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Asakusa to Minowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Asakusa to Minowa bus from?

Asakusa to Minowa bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Asakusa to Minowa train from?

Asakusa to Minowa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Shinjuku Station.

Train or bus from Asakusa to Minowa?

The best way to get from Asakusa to Minowa is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4600. Alternatively, you can bus via 池袋駅東口, which costs ¥4100 - ¥13000 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Asakusa to Minowa bus arrive?

Asakusa to Minowa bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Okaya Station.

Where does the Asakusa to Minowa train arrive?

Asakusa to Minowa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Okaya station.

Can I drive from Asakusa to Minowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Asakusa to Minowa is 215 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Asakusa to Minowa.

Where can I stay near Minowa?

There are 64+ hotels available in Minowa.

Asakusa to Minowa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Asakusa to Minowa by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Okayatrain Azusa
4h 56m
¥3,370–4,515
Bus via 池袋駅東口
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Okaya Stationbus Shinjuku
5h 55m
¥4,150–12,910
Drive 215.3 km
1. Drive from Asakusa to Minowacar 215.3 km
3h 7m
¥3,735–5,395
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Shimosuwabus
6h 41m
¥4,210–10,115

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Distance: 228.1 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Asakusa, Japan and Minowa, Nagano, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Okaya hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,800–3,700 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Okaya Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,800 and the journey takes 3h 25m. ALPICO Kotsu also services this route hourly.

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