What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Hiei-zan?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Hiei-zan is to drive which costs ¥7500 - ¥12000 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Hiei-zan?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Hiei-zan is to fly and bus and train which takes 4h 50m and costs ¥14000 - ¥23000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Hiei-zan?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Hiei-zan. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kawaramachi Imadegawa via Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Hiei-zan?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Hiei-zan. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kyoto via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Hiei-zan?

The distance between Tokyo and Hiei-zan is 497 km. The road distance is 457.9 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Hiei-zan without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Hiei-zan without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Hiei-zan?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Tokyo to Hiei-zan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Hiei-zan bus from?

Tokyo to Hiei-zan bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Hiei-zan train from?

Tokyo to Hiei-zan train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Hiei-zan?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Hiei-zan is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4200 - ¥13000 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Tokyo to Hiei-zan bus arrive?

Tokyo to Hiei-zan bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Tokyo to Hiei-zan train arrive?

Tokyo to Hiei-zan train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Hiei-zan?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Hiei-zan is 458 km. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Tokyo to Hiei-zan.

Where can I stay near Hiei-zan?

There are 3735+ hotels available in Hiei-zan.

Tokyo to Hiei-zan - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Tokyo to Hiei-zan by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 9m
Bus via Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchibus Jx225
9h 29m
¥3,020–15,238
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
8h 24m
¥4,250–13,050
Drive 457.9 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Hiei-zancar 457.9 km
5h 18m
¥7,954–11,489
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
3. Take the train from Demachiyanagi to Yase-Hieizanguchitrain
4h 50m
¥14,770–22,354
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Sannomiya(Jr) to Kyobashi(Osaka)train
3. Take the train from Kyobashi(Osaka) to Demachiyanagitrain
5h 57m
¥12,830–27,584
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station 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
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
5h 27m
¥18,343–37,055
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
3. Take the train from Demachiyanagi to Yase-Hieizanguchitrain
5h 15m
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane NRT - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
5h 47m

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

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1h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 497.3 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Hiei-zan, Shiga, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 8m.

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