What is the cheapest way to get from Tsukuba to Kōfu?

The cheapest way to get from Tsukuba to Kōfu is to bus and train via Sagamihara which costs ¥3300 - ¥4500 and takes 5h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tsukuba to Kōfu?

The fastest way to get from Tsukuba to Kōfu is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct bus between Tsukuba and Kōfu?

No, there is no direct bus from Tsukuba to Kōfu station. However, there are services departing from 大貫 and arriving at Kofu Station via Tsukuba Center and Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Tsukuba to Kōfu?

The distance between Tsukuba and Kōfu is 219 km. The road distance is 192 km.

How do I travel from Tsukuba to Kōfu without a car?

The best way to get from Tsukuba to Kōfu without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 42m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4600.

How long does it take to get from Tsukuba to Kōfu?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Tsukuba to Kōfu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tsukuba to Kōfu bus from?

Tsukuba to Kōfu bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Tsukuba Center station.

Where does the Tsukuba to Kōfu bus arrive?

Tsukuba to Kōfu bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit.

Can I drive from Tsukuba to Kōfu?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsukuba to Kōfu is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Tsukuba to Kōfu.

Where can I stay near Kōfu?

There are 301+ hotels available in Kōfu.

Tsukuba to Kōfu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tsukuba to Kōfu by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 大貫 to つくばセンターbus Ha
2. Take the train from つくば Tsukuba to 秋葉原 Akihabaratrain Tx
3. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kōfutrain
4h 42m
¥3,530–4,600
Drive 192 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tsukuba to Kōfucar 192 km
2h 54m
¥3,289–4,751
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tsukuba Center to Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exitbus Tsukuba
2. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kofu Stationbus
6h 4m
¥3,810–7,350
Bus, train via Sagamihara
1. Take the bus from 大貫 to つくばセンターbus Ha
2. Take the train from 南流山 Minami-Nagareyama to 西国分寺 Nishi-Kokubunjitrain Jm
3. Take the train from 高尾 Takao to 甲府 Kōfutrain Co
5h 13m
¥3,340–4,500

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Distance: 218.7 km
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Tsukuba, Japan and Kōfu, Japan?

You can take a bus from 大貫 to Kofu Station via つくばセンター, Tsukuba Center, Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit, Tōkyō Station, Shinjuku Station, and Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal in around 6h 4m.

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