What is the cheapest way to get from Nagano to Tsukuba?

The cheapest way to get from Nagano to Tsukuba is to train and bus via Takasaki which costs ¥3800 - ¥5500 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagano to Tsukuba?

The fastest way to get from Nagano to Tsukuba is to train and bus which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Nagano and Tsukuba?

No, there is no direct bus from Nagano to Tsukuba. However, there are services departing from Nagano Bus Terminal and arriving at 大貫 via Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit and つくばセンター. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Nagano to Tsukuba?

The distance between Nagano and Tsukuba is 279 km. The road distance is 224.1 km.

How do I travel from Nagano to Tsukuba without a car?

The best way to get from Nagano to Tsukuba without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Nagano to Tsukuba?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Nagano to Tsukuba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagano to Tsukuba bus from?

Nagano to Tsukuba bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Nagano Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Nagano to Tsukuba bus arrive?

Nagano to Tsukuba bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Shimo-Ochiai station.

Can I drive from Nagano to Tsukuba?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagano to Tsukuba is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Nagano to Tsukuba.

Where can I stay near Tsukuba?

There are 101+ hotels available in Tsukuba.

Nagano to Tsukuba - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nagano to Tsukuba by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Omiya(Saitama) to Nagareyama-Otakanomoritrain
3. Take the bus from つくばセンター to 大貫bus Hb
3h 43m
¥4,145–5,352
Drive 224.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagano to Tsukubacar 224.1 km
3h 50m
¥3,842–5,550
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nagano Bus Terminal to Shimo-Ochiaibus
2. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Tsukuba Centerbus Tsukuba
5h 39m
¥5,780–7,520
Train, bus via Takasaki
1. Take the train from Nagano to Takasakitrain
2. Take the train from 高崎 Takasaki to 小山 Oyamatrain
3. Take the bus from 岩瀬駅 to 筑波山口bus
6h 28m
¥3,870–5,091

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Distance: 279 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Nagano, Japan and Tsukuba, Japan?

You can take a bus from Nagano Bus Terminal to 大貫 via Shimo-Ochiai, 高田馬場 Takadanobaba, 大手町 Otemachi, Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit, Tsukuba Center, and つくばセンター in around 5h 39m.

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