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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Sanjō is to train which costs ¥3800 - ¥5000 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Sanjō is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Sanjō?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Sanjō station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Nagaoka Station Oteguchi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Sanjō?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Tsubamesanjo. Services depart every four hours, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Sanjō?

The distance between Tokyo and Sanjō is 266 km. The road distance is 283.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Sanjō without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5000.

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

The train from Tōkyō Station to Tsubamesanjo takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Sanjō bus from?

Tokyo to Sanjō bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Sanjō train from?

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

Where does the Tokyo to Sanjō bus arrive?

Tokyo to Sanjō bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Nagaoka Station Oteguchi.

Where does the Tokyo to Sanjō train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Sanjō?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Sanjō is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Tokyo to Sanjō.

Where can I stay near Sanjō?

There are 37+ hotels available in Sanjō.

Tokyo to Sanjō - 3 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Tokyo to Sanjō by train, night bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Tsubamesanjotrain Toki / ...
1h 54m
¥3,800–5,000
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagaoka Station Oteguchinightbus Wg5153
6h 44m
¥6,030–10,192
Drive 283.1 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Sanjōcar 283.1 km
3h 46m
¥4,911–7,094

Tokyo to Sanjō by train

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1h 54mAverage Duration

¥3,800Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Tsubamesanjo every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,800–5,000 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a vehicle from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagaoka Station Oteguchi once a week. Tickets cost ¥5,500–10,000 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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