What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Chūson-ji?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Chūson-ji is to train which costs ¥7000 - ¥9500 and takes 3h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Chūson-ji?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Chūson-ji is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs ¥7000 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Chūson-ji?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Chūson-ji station. However, there are services departing from Ikebukuro and arriving at Ichinoseki Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Chūson-ji?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Chūson-ji. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Hiraizumi via Ichinoseki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Chūson-ji?

The distance between Tokyo and Chūson-ji is 415 km. The road distance is 436.6 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Chūson-ji without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Chūson-ji without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs ¥7000 - ¥9500.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Chūson-ji?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Tokyo to Chūson-ji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Chūson-ji bus from?

Tokyo to Chūson-ji bus services, operated by Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus, depart from Ikebukuro station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Chūson-ji train from?

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

Where does the Tokyo to Chūson-ji bus arrive?

Tokyo to Chūson-ji bus services, operated by Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus, arrive at Ichinoseki Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Chūson-ji train arrive?

Tokyo to Chūson-ji train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ichinoseki station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Chūson-ji?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Chūson-ji is 437 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Tokyo to Chūson-ji.

Where can I stay near Chūson-ji?

There are 30+ hotels available in Chūson-ji.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Chūson-ji by train, bus, night bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ichinosekitrain Yamabiko
3h 24m
¥7,324–9,417
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Sendai Miyakoh Bus Centerbus
2. Take the train from Sendai to Ichinosekitrain Yamabiko
7h 3m
¥8,900–10,900
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Ikebukuro to Ichinoseki Stationnightbus Kesen Liner
8h 2m
¥10,718–14,274
Drive 436.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Chūson-jicar 436.6 km
5h 33m
¥7,574–10,940

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Distance: 415.4 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Chūson-ji, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Ichinoseki every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,000 and the journey takes 2h 36m. 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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