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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Yamato is to train via Musashi-Kosugi which costs ¥650 - ¥1400 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Yamato is to drive which takes 38 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Yamato?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Tomei Yamato. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Yamato?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shinjuku Station station and arriving at Yamato(Kanagawa). Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Yamato?

The distance between Tokyo and Yamato is 40 km. The road distance is 41.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Yamato without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs .

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

The train from Shinjuku Station to Yamato(Kanagawa) takes 42 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Yamato bus from?

Tokyo to Yamato bus services, operated by Odakyu Highway Bus, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Yamato train from?

Tokyo to Yamato train services, operated by Odakyu Electric Railway Romancecar, depart from Shinjuku Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Yamato?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Yamato is to train which takes 42 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 46 min.

Where does the Tokyo to Yamato bus arrive?

Tokyo to Yamato bus services, operated by Odakyu Highway Bus, arrive at Tomei Yamato station.

Where does the Tokyo to Yamato train arrive?

Tokyo to Yamato train services, operated by Odakyu Electric Railway Romancecar, arrive at Yamato(Kanagawa) station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Yamato?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Yamato is 42 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Tokyo to Yamato.

Where can I stay near Yamato?

There are 1096+ hotels available in Yamato.

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There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Yamato by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Yamato(Kanagawa)train [63100] Odakyu Ltd. Exp. Enoshima 1 / ...
42 min
Train via Musashi-Kosugi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shibuya to Musashi-Kosugitrain TY/MM: Tōyoko/Minatomirai Line Commuter Express / ...
2. Take the train from Musashi-Kosugi to Yamatotrain Soutetsu JR Chokutsuusen / ...
1h 1m
¥684–1,319
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Tomei Yamatobus Shinjuku to Motohakone
46 min
Drive 41.8 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Yamatocar 41.8 km
38 min
¥718–1,037
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Yamatotaxi 41.8 km
38 min
¥22,000–26,000

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Distance: 39.8 km
Duration: 42 min

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

Odakyu Electric Railway Romancecar operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Yamato(Kanagawa) every 4 hours, and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, Odakyu Highway Bus operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Tomei Yamato hourly, and the journey takes 46 min. JR Bus Kanto also services this route every 4 hours.

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