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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Nakano is to drive which costs ¥3900 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Nakano is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Nakano?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Nakano station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Nagano Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Nakano?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Nakano. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Shinshunakano via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Nakano?

The distance between Tokyo and Nakano is 248 km. The road distance is 230.6 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 2h 43m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Tokyo to Nakano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Nakano bus from?

Tokyo to Nakano bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal 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 2h 43m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 - ¥9000 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Tokyo to Nakano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tokyo to Nakano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Nakano?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Nakano is 231 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Tokyo to Nakano.

Where can I stay near Nakano?

There are 645+ hotels available in Nakano.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Naganotrain Hakutaka / ...
2. Take the train from Nagano to Shinshunakanotrain [161427] Nagano Electric Railway / ...
2h 43m
¥4,115–5,302
Bus via Tokyo Station JR Bus Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station JR Bus Terminal to Nagano Station East Exitbus
6h 51m
¥2,690–9,633
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Stationbus
4h 49m
¥5,050–8,870
Drive 230.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Nakanocar 230.6 km
3h 21m
¥3,972–5,737

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Distance: 248.4 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Shinshunakano via Nagano in around 2h 43m. 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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