What is the cheapest way to get from Tsuchiura to Shimodate?

The cheapest way to get from Tsuchiura to Shimodate is to drive which costs ¥600 - ¥900 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tsuchiura to Shimodate?

The fastest way to get from Tsuchiura to Shimodate is to drive which takes 41 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

Is there a direct train between Tsuchiura and Shimodate?

No, there is no direct train from Tsuchiura to Shimodate. However, there are services departing from 土浦 Tsuchiura and arriving at 下館 Shimodate via 友部 Tomobe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Tsuchiura to Shimodate?

The distance between Tsuchiura and Shimodate is 69 km. The road distance is 34.4 km.

How do I travel from Tsuchiura to Shimodate without a car?

The best way to get from Tsuchiura to Shimodate without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

How long does it take to get from Tsuchiura to Shimodate?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Tsuchiura to Shimodate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tsuchiura to Shimodate train from?

Tsuchiura to Shimodate train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 土浦 Tsuchiura station.

Where does the Tsuchiura to Shimodate train arrive?

Tsuchiura to Shimodate train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 友部 Tomobe station.

Can I drive from Tsuchiura to Shimodate?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsuchiura to Shimodate is 34 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Tsuchiura to Shimodate.

Where can I stay near Shimodate?

There are 68+ hotels available in Shimodate.

Tsuchiura to Shimodate - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Tsuchiura to Shimodate by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 土浦 Tsuchiura to 友部 Tomobetrain JR常磐線 JR Jōban Line / ...
2. Take the train from 友部 Tomobe to 下館 Shimodatetrain JR水戸線 JR Mito Line / ...
1h 45m
¥1,149–1,592
Drive 34.4 km
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1. Drive from Tsuchiura to Shimodatecar 34.4 km
41 min
¥599–864
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tsuchiura to Shimodatetaxi 34.4 km
41 min
¥14,000–18,000

Tsuchiura to Shimodate by train

168Weekly Trains

1h 45mAverage Duration

¥1,149Cheapest Price

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Distance: 69.1 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Tsuchiura, Japan and Shimodate, Japan?

You can take a train from 土浦 Tsuchiura to 下館 Shimodate via 友部 Tomobe in around 1h 45m.

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