What is the cheapest way to get from Ueno to Ōarai?

The cheapest way to get from Ueno to Ōarai is to drive which costs ¥2000 - ¥3000 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ueno to Ōarai?

The fastest way to get from Ueno to Ōarai is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct bus between Ueno and Ōarai?

No, there is no direct bus from Ueno station to Ōarai station. However, there are services departing from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit and arriving at Mito Station South Exit via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ueno and Ōarai?

No, there is no direct train from Ueno to Ōarai. However, there are services departing from Ueno and arriving at 大洗 Ōarai via 水戸 Mito. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Ueno to Ōarai?

The distance between Ueno and Ōarai is 129 km. The road distance is 117.8 km.

How do I travel from Ueno to Ōarai without a car?

The best way to get from Ueno to Ōarai without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2800.

How long does it take to get from Ueno to Ōarai?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Ueno to Ōarai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueno to Ōarai bus from?

Ueno to Ōarai bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit.

Where do I catch the Ueno to Ōarai train from?

Ueno to Ōarai train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Ueno station.

Train or bus from Ueno to Ōarai?

The best way to get from Ueno to Ōarai is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2800 - ¥3200 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Ueno to Ōarai bus arrive?

Ueno to Ōarai bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Mito Station South Exit.

Where does the Ueno to Ōarai train arrive?

Ueno to Ōarai train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Mito station.

Can I drive from Ueno to Ōarai?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueno to Ōarai is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Ueno to Ōarai.

Where can I stay near Ōarai?

There are 112+ hotels available in Ōarai.

Ueno to Ōarai - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ueno to Ōarai by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ueno to Mitotrain Tokiwa / ...
2h 3m
¥2,059–2,719
Drive 117.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ueno to Ōaraicar 117.8 km
1h 30m
¥2,040–2,947
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Mito Station South Exitbus Mito
3h 2m
¥2,877–3,141
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu to Kashimajingu Stationbus Tokyo Sta.
2. Take the train from 鹿島神宮 Kashimajingū to 大洗 Ōaraitrain 鹿島臨海鉄道大洗鹿島線 Kashima Rinkai Railway Ōarai Kashima Line
4h 10m
¥3,087–10,311

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Distance: 129.1 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Ueno, Tokyo, Japan and Ōarai, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ueno to Mito hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,700–2,300 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Mito Station South Exit every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2,500 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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