What is the cheapest way to get from Kōfu to Chiba?

The cheapest way to get from Kōfu to Chiba is to train which costs ¥2400 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kōfu to Chiba?

The fastest way to get from Kōfu to Chiba is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct bus between Kōfu and Chiba?

No, there is no direct bus from Kōfu station to Chiba. However, there are services departing from Kofu Station and arriving at Chibaminato via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and Haneda Airport Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kōfu and Chiba?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kōfu and arriving at Chiba. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Kōfu to Chiba?

The distance between Kōfu and Chiba is 167 km. The road distance is 159.5 km.

How do I travel from Kōfu to Chiba without a car?

The best way to get from Kōfu to Chiba without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3200.

How long does it take to get from Kōfu to Chiba?

The train from Kōfu to Chiba takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kōfu to Chiba bus from?

Kōfu to Chiba bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, depart from Kofu Station.

Where do I catch the Kōfu to Chiba train from?

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

Train or bus from Kōfu to Chiba?

The best way to get from Kōfu to Chiba is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3200. Alternatively, you can bus via Tokyo, which costs ¥4000 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Kōfu to Chiba bus arrive?

Kōfu to Chiba bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kōfu to Chiba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kōfu to Chiba?

Yes, the driving distance between Kōfu to Chiba is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Kōfu to Chiba.

How do I get a train ticket from Kōfu to Chiba?

Book your Kōfu to Chiba train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chiba?

There are 391+ hotels available in Chiba.

Kōfu to Chiba - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kōfu to Chiba by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kōfu to Chibatrain Azusa
2h 9m
¥2,400–3,200
Bus via Tokyo
1. Take the bus from Kofu Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Chibaminatobus
4h 20m
¥4,000–7,000
Drive 159.5 km
1. Drive from Kōfu to Chibacar 159.5 km
2h 21m
¥2,768–3,998
Train via Tokyo
1. Take the train from Kōfu to Shinjuku Stationtrain Kaiji / ...
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 千葉 Chibatrain Jb / ...
2h 54m
¥2,569–3,353
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kōfu Station to Haneda Airport Terminal 2bus
2. Take the bus from Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Chibachuobus
4h 37m
¥4,350–15,183

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Distance: 167.2 km
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Kōfu, Japan and Chiba, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kōfu to Chiba once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,400–3,200 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kofu Station to Chibaminato via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and Haneda Airport Terminal 2 in around 4h 20m.

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