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

The cheapest way to get from Tsukuba to Shizuoka is to train and night train which costs ¥4300 - ¥8500 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tsukuba to Shizuoka is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Tsukuba and Shizuoka?

No, there is no direct train from Tsukuba to Shizuoka. However, there are services departing from Hitachinoushiku and arriving at Shizuoka via Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Tsukuba to Shizuoka?

The distance between Tsukuba and Shizuoka is 239 km. The road distance is 253 km.

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

The best way to get from Tsukuba to Shizuoka without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Tsukuba to Shizuoka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tsukuba to Shizuoka train from?

Tsukuba to Shizuoka train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Hitachinoushiku station.

Where does the Tsukuba to Shizuoka train arrive?

Tsukuba to Shizuoka train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Tsukuba to Shizuoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsukuba to Shizuoka is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Tsukuba to Shizuoka.

Where can I stay near Shizuoka?

There are 157+ hotels available in Shizuoka.

Tsukuba to Shizuoka - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and night train

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There are 3 ways to get from Tsukuba to Shizuoka by bus, train, car, or night train

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from つくばウェルネスパーク 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 Tōkyō Station to Shizuokatrain
3h 17m
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hitachinoushiku to Tōkyō Stationtrain Ueno-Tōkyō Line / ...
2. Take the night train from Tōkyō Station to Shizuokanighttrain Sunrise Seto / ...
6h 27m
¥4,300–8,400
Drive 253 km
1. Drive from Tsukuba to Shizuokacar 253 km
3h 13m
¥4,390–6,341

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Distance: 239.3 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

There is no direct connection from Tsukuba to Shizuoka. However, you can take the bus to つくばセンター, walk to つくば Tsukuba, take the train to 秋葉原 Akihabara, take the train to Tōkyō Station, then take the train to Shizuoka. Alternatively, you can drive from Tsukuba to Shizuoka in around 3h 13m.

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