What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Ōarai?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Ōarai is to drive which costs ¥2100 - ¥3100 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Ōarai?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Ōarai is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Ōarai?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo station to Ōarai station. However, there are services departing from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit and arriving at Mito Station South Exit via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Ōarai?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Ōarai. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at 大洗 Ōarai via 水戸 Mito. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Ōarai?

The distance between Tokyo and Ōarai is 133 km. The road distance is 120.9 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Ōarai without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ōarai without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥2100 - ¥2800.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Ōarai?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Tokyo to Ōarai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ōarai bus from?

Tokyo to Ōarai bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ōarai train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Ōarai?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ōarai is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥2100 - ¥2800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2700 - ¥3000 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Tokyo to Ōarai bus arrive?

Tokyo to Ōarai bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Mito Station South Exit.

Where does the Tokyo to Ōarai train arrive?

Tokyo to Ōarai train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Mito station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Ōarai?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Ōarai is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Tokyo to Ōarai.

Where can I stay near Ōarai?

There are 113+ hotels available in Ōarai.

Tokyo to Ōarai - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Ōarai by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Mitotrain Tokiwa / ...
2h 6m
¥2,112–2,787
Drive 120.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Ōaraicar 120.9 km
1h 32m
¥2,098–3,030
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Mito Station South Exitbus Mito
2h 39m
¥2,790–2,930
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu to Kashimajingu Stationbus Tokyo Sta.
2. Take the train from 鹿島神宮 Kashimajingū to 大洗 Ōaraitrain 鹿島臨海鉄道大洗鹿島線 Kashima Rinkai Railway Ōarai Kashima Line
3h 49m
¥3,000–9,650

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Distance: 132.8 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Ōarai, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Mito every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,800–2,400 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Mito Station South Exit every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2,500 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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