What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Nagano Shi?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Nagano Shi is to drive which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Nagano Shi?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Nagano Shi is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥8000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Nagano Shi?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Nagano Shi station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Nagano Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Nagano Shi?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Nagano Shi. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Amori via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Nagano Shi?

The distance between Tokyo and Nagano Shi is 235 km. The road distance is 234.3 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Nagano Shi without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Nagano Shi without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥8000 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Nagano Shi?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Tokyo to Nagano Shi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Nagano Shi bus from?

Tokyo to Nagano Shi bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Nagano Shi train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Nagano Shi?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Nagano Shi is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥8000 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥9000 - ¥14000 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Tokyo to Nagano Shi bus arrive?

Tokyo to Nagano Shi bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Nagano Shi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Nagano Shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Nagano Shi is 234 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Tokyo to Nagano Shi.

Where can I stay near Nagano Shi?

There are 283+ hotels available in Nagano Shi.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Naganotrain Hakutaka / ...
1h 57m
¥8,140–10,412
Drive 234.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Nagano Shicar 234.3 km
3h 8m
¥4,032–5,824
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Stationbus
4h 3m
¥9,075–13,980
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Komoro Stationbus To Saku
2. Take the train from Komoro to Amoritrain [161709] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
4h 38m
¥8,950–10,700

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Distance: 235.1 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Nagano Shi, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Nagano hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,200–4,200 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,200–8,000 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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