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

The cheapest way to get from Ueno to Shibu Onsen is to drive which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ueno to Shibu Onsen is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs ¥3800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Ueno and Shibu Onsen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ueno 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 1m.

Is there a direct train between Ueno and Shibu Onsen?

No, there is no direct train from Ueno to Shibu Onsen. However, there are services departing from 御徒町 Okachimachi and arriving at Yudanaka via Tōkyō Station and Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Ueno to Shibu Onsen?

The distance between Ueno and Shibu Onsen is 261 km. The road distance is 221.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ueno to Shibu Onsen without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Ueno to Shibu Onsen, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Ueno to Shibu Onsen?

The best way to get from Ueno to Shibu Onsen is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus via Nagano Station, which costs ¥5500 - ¥12000 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Ueno to Shibu Onsen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ueno to Shibu Onsen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ueno to Shibu Onsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueno to Shibu Onsen is 221 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ueno to Shibu Onsen.

Where can I stay near Shibu Onsen?

There are 269+ hotels available in Shibu Onsen.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ueno 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 42m
¥4,287–5,711
Drive 221.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ueno to Shibu Onsencar 221.4 km
3h 15m
¥3,836–5,541
Bus via Nagano Station
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Stationbus
7h 1m
¥5,875–11,299
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ikebukuro Eki to Suzaka Stationbus
7h 53m
¥4,904–6,429

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Distance: 261 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from 御徒町 Okachimachi to Shibu Onsen via Tōkyō Station, Nagano, and Yudanaka in around 4h 42m. 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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