What is the cheapest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen?

The cheapest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen is to drive which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen?

The fastest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥3800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Ueno (Station) and Shibu Onsen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Snow Monkey Park via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ueno (Station) and Shibu Onsen?

No, there is no direct train from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen. However, there are services departing from 上野 Ueno and arriving at Yudanaka via Tōkyō Station and Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen?

The distance between Ueno (Station) and Shibu Onsen is 262 km. The road distance is 222.3 km.

How do I travel from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen without a car?

The best way to get from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen bus from?

Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen train from?

Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen?

The best way to get from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus via Nagano Station, which costs ¥5500 - ¥12000 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen bus arrive?

Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano Station.

Where does the Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen train arrive?

Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen.

Where can I stay near Shibu Onsen?

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Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Naganotrain Hakutaka / ...
2. Take the train from Nagano to Yudanakatrain [161124] Ltd. Exp. Snow Monkey / ...
4h 43m
¥4,301–5,725
Drive 222.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ueno (Station) to Shibu Onsencar 222.3 km
3h 16m
¥3,829–5,531
Bus via Nagano Station
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Stationbus
7h 18m
¥5,968–11,532
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ikebukuro Eki to Suzaka Stationbus
7h 51m
¥4,890–6,415

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Distance: 261.8 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Ueno (Station), Tokyo, Japan and Shibu Onsen, Japan?

You can take a train from 上野 Ueno to Shibu Onsen via Tōkyō Station, Nagano, and Yudanaka in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,200–8,000 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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