What is the cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi?

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi is to train which costs ¥3400 - ¥4700 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi?

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and Tōkamachi?

No, there is no direct train from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi. However, there are services departing from 新宿 Shinjuku and arriving at Shinza via Tōkyō Station, Echigo-Yuzawa and Muikamachi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi?

The distance between Shinjuku and Tōkamachi is 222 km. The road distance is 211.3 km.

How do I travel from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi without a car?

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4700.

How long does it take to get from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Tōkamachi train from?

Shinjuku to Tōkamachi train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Shinjuku to Tōkamachi train arrive?

Shinjuku to Tōkamachi train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Echigo-Yuzawa station.

Can I drive from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjuku to Tōkamachi is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi.

Where can I stay near Tōkamachi?

There are 159+ hotels available in Tōkamachi.

Shinjuku to Tōkamachi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shinjuku to Tōkamachi by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Echigo-Yuzawatrain Tanigawa / ...
4h 47m
¥3,440–4,655
Bus, train via Takasaki
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to 高崎駅東口bus 高速バス前橋・高崎～池袋・新宿線 / ...
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Echigo-Yuzawatrain Tanigawa / ...
5h 58m
¥3,070–4,610
Drive 211.3 km
1. Drive from Shinjuku to Tōkamachicar 211.3 km
2h 51m
¥3,657–5,282
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Minakami Stationbus
2. Take the train from Minakami to Muikamachitrain [15606] Jr Joetsu
7h 2m
¥4,770–6,579

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Distance: 222.3 km
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Shinjuku, Japan and Tōkamachi, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Echigo-Yuzawa every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,600–3,500 and the journey takes 1h 26m.

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