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

The cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Tokyo is to train which costs ¥4000 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hakuba to Tokyo is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Hakuba and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hakuba-chō and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Hakuba and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hakuba and arriving at Shinjuku Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Hakuba to Tokyo?

The distance between Hakuba and Tokyo is 280 km. The road distance is 257.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Hakuba to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500.

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

The train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Station takes 3h 43m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Tokyo bus from?

Hakuba to Tokyo bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Hakuba-chō station.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Tokyo train from?

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

Train or bus from Hakuba to Tokyo?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Tokyo is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 - ¥11000 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Hakuba to Tokyo bus arrive?

Hakuba to Tokyo bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Hakuba to Tokyo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hakuba to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Hakuba to Tokyo is 258 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Hakuba to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 12649+ hotels available in Tokyo.

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There are 3 ways to get from Hakuba to Tokyo by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
3h 43m
¥4,000–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hakuba-chō to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
5h 8m
¥4,500–11,000
Drive 257.5 km
1. Drive from Hakuba to Tokyocar 257.5 km
3h 37m
¥4,426–6,392

Hakuba to Tokyo by bus

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Distance: 279.8 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Hakuba-chō to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,500–9,500 and the journey takes 5h 8m. JAMJAM LINER also services this route once daily.

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