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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Nakano is to bus which costs ¥210 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Nakano is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs ¥5500 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Nakano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 九段下 and arriving at 小滝橋車庫前. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Nakano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at 中野 Nakano. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Nakano?

The distance between Tokyo and Nakano is 15 km. The road distance is 11.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Nakano without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs ¥290 - ¥430.

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

The train from Tōkyō Station to 中野 Nakano takes 18 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Nakano bus from?

Tokyo to Nakano bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 九段下 station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Nakano train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Nakano?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Nakano is to train which takes 18 min and costs ¥290 - ¥430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥210 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Tokyo to Nakano bus arrive?

Tokyo to Nakano bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 小滝橋車庫前 station.

Where does the Tokyo to Nakano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Nakano?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Nakano is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Tokyo to Nakano.

Where can I stay near Nakano?

There are 13009+ hotels available in Nakano.

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Tokyo to Nakano by train

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to 中野 Nakano every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥290–430 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from 九段下 to 小滝橋車庫前 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210 and the journey takes 35 min. Keio Bus also services this route 3 times a day.

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