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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Ōshū is to bus and train which costs ¥5500 - ¥7000 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Ōshū is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs ¥6000 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Ōshū?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Ōshū station. However, there are services departing from Ikebukuro and arriving at Ichinoseki Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Ōshū?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Mizusawaesashi. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Ōshū?

The distance between Tokyo and Ōshū is 431 km. The road distance is 453.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ōshū without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs ¥6000 - ¥8000.

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

The train from Tōkyō Station to Mizusawaesashi takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ōshū bus from?

Tokyo to Ōshū bus services, operated by Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus, depart from Ikebukuro station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ōshū train from?

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

Where does the Tokyo to Ōshū bus arrive?

Tokyo to Ōshū bus services, operated by Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus, arrive at Ichinoseki Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Ōshū train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Ōshū?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Ōshū is 453 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Tokyo to Ōshū.

Where can I stay near Ōshū?

There are 61+ hotels available in Ōshū.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Mizusawaesashitrain Yamabiko
2h 46m
¥6,000–8,000
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Sendai Miyakoh Bus Centerbus
2. Take the train from Sendai to Mizusawaesashitrain Yamabiko
7h 3m
¥5,500–6,700
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Ikebukuro to Ichinoseki Stationnightbus Kesen Liner
8h 14m
¥9,708–13,034
Drive 453.4 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Ōshūcar 453.4 km
5h 47m
¥7,866–11,362

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Distance: 431.1 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Mizusawaesashi every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥6,000–8,000 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus operates a vehicle from Ikebukuro to Ichinoseki Station once a week. Tickets cost ¥9,000–12,000 and the journey takes 5h 49m.

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