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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Motomachi is to bus which costs ¥4800 - ¥18000 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Motomachi is to train and fly which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥10000 - ¥29000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Motomachi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit station and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Motomachi?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Motomachi. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Motomachi via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Motomachi?

The distance between Tokyo and Motomachi is 551 km. The road distance is 521.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Motomachi without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Tokyo to Motomachi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Motomachi bus from?

Tokyo to Motomachi bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Motomachi train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Tokyo to Motomachi?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Motomachi is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4800 - ¥18000 and takes 8h 17m, you could also fly, which costs ¥13000 - ¥22000 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Tokyo to Motomachi bus arrive?

Tokyo to Motomachi bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Kobe Sannomiya station.

Where does the Tokyo to Motomachi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Motomachi?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Motomachi is 521 km. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Tokyo to Motomachi.

Where can I stay near Motomachi?

There are 330+ hotels available in Motomachi.

Tokyo to Motomachi - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car

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There are 11 ways to get from Tokyo to Motomachi by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Motomachitrain JR Kyoto Line
4h 15m
Night bus via Tokyo Yaesu Bus Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the nightbus from Tokyo Yaesu Bus Terminal to Kobe Sannomiya Koka Shotengai-maenightbus Jx261
9h 59m
¥4,500–11,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Kobe Sannomiyabus Wk184 / ...
8h 17m
¥4,800–18,000
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Shinki Bus Sannomiyanightbus
8h 23m
¥8,000–12,000
Drive 521.3 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Motomachicar 521.3 km
5h 56m
¥9,025–13,036
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
4h 45m
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 浜松町 Hamamatsuchōtrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
3h 7m
¥10,860–28,244
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3h 30m
¥13,500–21,094
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
3h 57m
¥18,590–37,644
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Kousoku Maikobus
4h 26m
¥21,980–46,824
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport
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
4h 8m
¥17,073–34,795

Tokyo to Motomachi by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

8h 17mAverage Duration

¥4,800Cheapest Price

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Distance: 550.9 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Motomachi, Hyōgo, Japan?

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Motomachi via Kyoto and Kyōto in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Kobe Sannomiya twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,800–18,000 and the journey takes 8h 5m.

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