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

The cheapest way to get from Kamikōchi to Kamakura is to bus and train via Matsumoto Station which costs ¥5500 - ¥8500 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kamikōchi to Kamakura is to bus and train which takes 5h 59m and costs ¥5000 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct bus between Kamikōchi and Kamakura?

No, there is no direct bus from Kamikōchi to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from Kamikochi BT and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via Hirayu Onsen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Kamikōchi to Kamakura?

The distance between Kamikōchi and Kamakura is 306 km.

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

The best way to get from Kamikōchi to Kamakura without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 59m and costs ¥5000 - ¥12000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Kamikōchi to Kamakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kamikōchi to Kamakura bus from?

Kamikōchi to Kamakura bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, depart from Hirayu Onsen station.

Where does the Kamikōchi to Kamakura bus arrive?

Kamikōchi to Kamakura bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where can I stay near Kamakura?

There are 1071+ hotels available in Kamakura.

Kamikōchi to Kamakura - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Kamikōchi to Kamakura by bus or train

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kamikochi BT to Shibuyabus
2. Take the train from 渋谷 Shibuya to 大船 Ōfunatrain Js
5h 59m
¥5,313–11,650
Bus, train via Matsumoto Station
1. Take the bus from Kamikochi BT to Matsumoto Stationbus
2. Take the train from Matsumoto to Shinjuku Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kamakuratrain
7h 11m
¥5,569–8,425
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hirayu Onsen to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus Takayama
7h 31m
¥8,450–11,998

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Distance: 305.8 km
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Kamikōchi, Nagano, Japan and Kamakura, Japan?

Nohi Bus operates a bus from Hirayu Onsen to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥6,000–8,000 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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