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

The cheapest way to get from Kōfu to Chichibu is to drive which costs ¥1400 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kōfu to Chichibu is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct train between Kōfu and Chichibu?

No, there is no direct train from Kōfu to Chichibu. However, there are services departing from 甲府 Kōfu and arriving at 西武秩父 Seibu-Chichibu via 八王子 Hachiōji, 東飯能 Higashi-Hannō and 吾野 Agano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Kōfu to Chichibu?

The distance between Kōfu and Chichibu is 142 km. The road distance is 83.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kōfu to Chichibu without a car is to train via 吾野 Agano which takes 3h 28m and costs ¥2200 - ¥2900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Kōfu to Chichibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kōfu to Chichibu train from?

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

Where does the Kōfu to Chichibu train arrive?

Kōfu to Chichibu train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 八王子 Hachiōji station.

Can I drive from Kōfu to Chichibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kōfu to Chichibu is 83 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Kōfu to Chichibu.

Where can I stay near Chichibu?

There are 108+ hotels available in Chichibu.

Kōfu to Chichibu - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kōfu to Chichibu by train or car

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Train via 吾野 Agano
best
1. Take the train from 甲府 Kōfu to 八王子 Hachiōjitrain Co / ...
2. Take the train from 八王子 Hachiōji to 東飯能 Higashi-Hannōtrain JR八高線 JR Hachikō Line
3h 28m
¥2,243–2,881
Drive 83.5 km
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1. Drive from Kōfu to Chichibucar 83.5 km
1h 46m
¥1,448–2,092
Train
1. Take the train from 甲府 Kōfu to 八王子 Hachiōjitrain Co
2. Take the train from 八王子 Hachiōji to 東飯能 Higashi-Hannōtrain
3. Take the train from 飯能 Hannō to 西武秩父 Seibu-Chichibutrain Si
3h 42m
¥2,253–2,881

Kōfu to Chichibu by train

217Weekly Trains

3h 28mAverage Duration

¥2,243Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.9 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from 甲府 Kōfu to 西武秩父 Seibu-Chichibu via 八王子 Hachiōji, 東飯能 Higashi-Hannō, and 吾野 Agano in around 3h 28m.

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