What is the cheapest way to get from Chikuma to Kamakura?

The cheapest way to get from Chikuma to Kamakura is to train via Kumagaya which costs ¥4200 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chikuma to Kamakura?

The fastest way to get from Chikuma to Kamakura is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Chikuma and Kamakura?

No, there is no direct train from Chikuma to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from Yashiro and arriving at 鎌倉 Kamakura via Nagano and Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Chikuma to Kamakura?

The distance between Chikuma and Kamakura is 289 km. The road distance is 255.9 km.

How do I travel from Chikuma to Kamakura without a car?

The best way to get from Chikuma to Kamakura without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Chikuma to Kamakura?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Chikuma to Kamakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chikuma to Kamakura train from?

Chikuma to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Nagano station.

Where does the Chikuma to Kamakura train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chikuma to Kamakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Chikuma to Kamakura is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Chikuma to Kamakura.

Where can I stay near Kamakura?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Kamakura.

Chikuma to Kamakura - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chikuma to Kamakura by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagano to Tōkyō Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 鎌倉 Kamakuratrain Jo
3h 46m
¥4,376–5,770
Train via Kumagaya
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ueda to Kumagayatrain Asama
2. Take the train from Kumagaya to Fujisawatrain Ueno-Tōkyō Line
5h 22m
¥4,247–5,649
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Joshinetsu Expressway Yashiro to Shimo-Ochiaibus
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 大船 Ōfunatrain Js
3h 49m
¥5,205–6,680
Drive 255.9 km
1. Drive from Chikuma to Kamakuracar 255.9 km
3h 35m
¥4,398–6,352

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Distance: 288.8 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Chikuma, Japan and Kamakura, Japan?

You can take a train from Yashiro to 鎌倉 Kamakura via Nagano and Tōkyō Station in around 3h 46m.

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