What is the cheapest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku?

The cheapest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku is to bus via Universal Studio Japan which costs ¥4500 - ¥18000 and takes 9h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku?

The fastest way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs ¥14000 - ¥22000.

Is there a direct bus between Universal Studios Japan and Shinjuku?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Universal Studios Japan and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Universal Studios Japan and Shinjuku?

No, there is no direct train from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku station. However, there are services departing from Universal-city and arriving at Shinjuku Station via Nishikujō, Ōsaka, Kyoto and Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku?

The distance between Universal Studios Japan and Shinjuku is 537 km. The road distance is 497.1 km.

How do I travel from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku without a car?

The best way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku without a car is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 12m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku bus from?

Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Universal Studios Japan station.

Where do I catch the Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku train from?

Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Ōsaka station.

Train, bus or fly from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku?

The best way to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku is to train via Kyoto which takes 4h 12m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥16000 and takes 8h 30m, you could also fly, which costs ¥14000 - ¥22000 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku bus arrive?

Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku train arrive?

Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku?

Yes, the driving distance between Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku is 497 km. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku.

How do I get a bus ticket from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku?

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Where can I stay near Shinjuku?

There are 12843+ hotels available in Shinjuku.

Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 10 ways to get from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Kyoto
best
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hikari / ...
4h 12m
Bus via Universal Studio Japan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Universal Studio Japan to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
9h 36m
¥4,500–18,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus Be285 / ...
8h 30m
¥5,500–16,000
Drive 497.1 km
1. Drive from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjukucar 497.1 km
5h 34m
¥8,641–12,482
Fly Osaka International Airport to Tokyo International Airport
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane ITM - HND
3h 48m
¥13,998–21,340
Train
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Tōkyō Stationtrain Kodama / ...
6h 14m
Bus via Shibuya station
1. Take the bus from Universal Studio Japan to Shibuya stationbus
9h 41m
¥10,000
Train, train to Kobe, fly to Tokyo International Airport
1. Take the train from Nishikujo to Amagasaki(Hanshin)train
2. Take the train from Amagasaki(Hanshin) to Kobe-Sannomiya(Hanshin)train
3. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane UKB - HND
4h 27m
¥12,267–29,605
Fly Osaka International Airport to Narita International Airport, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Narita International Airport (NRT)plane ITM - NRT
2. Take the train from 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 to 日暮里 Nipporitrain
4h 27m
¥16,688–35,910
Train, bus to Tokushima Airport, fly to Tokyo International Airport
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Maikotrain
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Maiko to Kousoku Narutobus
3. Fly from Tokushima Airport (TKS) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane TKS - HND
5h 36m
¥21,647–46,475

Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku by foot and bus

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8h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 536.7 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Universal Studios Japan and Shinjuku, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku Station via Universal-city, Nishikujō, Ōsaka, Kyōto, Kyoto, and Tōkyō Station in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a bus from Universal Studios Japan to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥7,000–16,000 and the journey takes 8h 30m. JAMJAM LINER also services this route once daily.

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