What is the cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan?

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan is to drive which costs ¥8500 - ¥13000 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan?

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan is to subway and fly which takes 3h 52m and costs ¥13000 - ¥21000.

Is there a direct bus between Shinjuku and Universal Studio Japan?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Universal Studios Japan. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and Universal Studio Japan?

No, there is no direct train from Shinjuku station to Universal Studio Japan. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Station and arriving at Universal-city via Tōkyō Station, Kyōto, Ōsaka and Nishikujō. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan?

The distance between Shinjuku and Universal Studio Japan is 537 km. The road distance is 498.1 km.

How do I travel from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan without a car?

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan bus from?

Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan train from?

Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan?

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus via Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal, which costs ¥3300 - ¥13000 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan bus arrive?

Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, arrive at Universal Studio Japan station.

Where does the Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan train arrive?

Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan is 498 km. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan.

How do I get a bus ticket from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan?

Book your Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Universal Studio Japan?

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Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan - 11 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 11 ways to get from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan by train, bus, night bus, car, subway, or plane

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
4h 26m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Universal Studio Japanbus
9h 8m
¥2,200–17,000
Bus via Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminalbus
8h 25m
¥3,395–12,280
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Universal Studios Japannightbus Jx225
9h 40m
¥5,500–11,000
Drive 498.1 km
1. Drive from Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japancar 498.1 km
5h 41m
¥8,641–12,481
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
6h 39m
Subway to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the subway from 代々木 Yoyogi to 大門 Daimonsubway
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3h 52m
¥13,270–20,720
Subway to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the subway from 代々木 Yoyogi to 大門 Daimonsubway
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
3. Take the train from Kobe-Sannomiya to Amagasakitrain
4. Take the train from Amagasaki(Hanshin) to Nishikujotrain
4h 38m
¥11,535–25,980
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
1. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
4h 46m
¥17,000–35,767
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
3. Take the train from Maiko to Ōsakatrain
5h 37m
¥22,715–47,750
Train, train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Tōkyō Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
3. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
4. Take the train from Kobe-Sannomiya to Amagasakitrain
5h 57m
¥19,384–38,854

Shinjuku to Universal Studio Japan by bus

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Distance: 537.3 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Shinjuku, Japan and Universal Studio Japan?

You can take a train from Shinjuku Station to Universal Studio Japan via Tōkyō Station, Kyoto, Kyōto, Ōsaka, Nishikujō, and Universal-city in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Ōsaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 53m.

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