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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shiojiri is to train which costs ¥3000 - ¥4000 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shiojiri is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Shiojiri?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu and arriving at Naganodo Midoriko. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Shiojiri?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shinjuku Station station and arriving at Shiojiri. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shiojiri?

The distance between Tokyo and Shiojiri is 207 km. The road distance is 207.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shiojiri without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4000.

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

The train from Shinjuku Station to Shiojiri takes 2h 24m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shiojiri bus from?

Tokyo to Shiojiri bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shiojiri train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Shiojiri?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shiojiri is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥13000 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Tokyo to Shiojiri bus arrive?

Tokyo to Shiojiri bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Okaya Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Shiojiri train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Shiojiri?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Shiojiri is 207 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Tokyo to Shiojiri.

Where can I stay near Shiojiri?

There are 291+ hotels available in Shiojiri.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Shiojiritrain Azusa
2h 24m
¥3,000–4,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Okaya Stationbus Shinjuku
4h 18m
¥3,710–12,322
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu to Naganodo Midorikonightbus 101
4h 52m
¥4,000–8,000
Drive 207.3 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Shiojiricar 207.3 km
3h 2m
¥3,562–5,145

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Distance: 206.6 km
Duration: 2h 24m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Shiojiri hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,000–4,000 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Okaya Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,800 and the journey takes 3h 25m. ALPICO Kotsu also services this route hourly.

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