What is the cheapest way to get from Suwa to Shizuoka?

The cheapest way to get from Suwa to Shizuoka is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Suwa to Shizuoka?

The fastest way to get from Suwa to Shizuoka is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct train between Suwa and Shizuoka?

No, there is no direct train from Suwa to Shizuoka. However, there are services departing from Kami-Suwa and arriving at Shizuoka via Kofu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Suwa to Shizuoka?

The distance between Suwa and Shizuoka is 163 km. The road distance is 148.9 km.

How do I travel from Suwa to Shizuoka without a car?

The best way to get from Suwa to Shizuoka without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 53m and costs ¥3600 - ¥4000.

How long does it take to get from Suwa to Shizuoka?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Suwa to Shizuoka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Suwa to Shizuoka train from?

Suwa to Shizuoka train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Kami-Suwa station.

Where does the Suwa to Shizuoka train arrive?

Suwa to Shizuoka train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kōfu station.

Can I drive from Suwa to Shizuoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Suwa to Shizuoka is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Suwa to Shizuoka.

Where can I stay near Shizuoka?

There are 157+ hotels available in Shizuoka.

Suwa to Shizuoka - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Suwa to Shizuoka by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kami-Suwa to Kōfutrain Azusa
2. Take the bus from Kōfu Station to Shinshizuoka-ekibus
3h 53m
¥3,630–3,943
Drive 148.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Suwa to Shizuokacar 148.9 km
2h 13m
¥2,586–3,735
Train
1. Take the train from Kami-Suwa to Kōfutrain Azusa
2. Take the train from Kofu to Shizuokatrain [187907] Ltd. Exp.
4h 10m

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Distance: 162.5 km
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Suwa, Japan and Shizuoka, Japan?

You can take a train from Kami-Suwa to Shizuoka via Kofu in around 4h 10m.

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