The cheapest and fastest buses from Nagano to Tokyo
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nagano to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nagano to Tokyo will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nagano for Tokyo on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nagano to Tokyo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nagano to Tokyo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 178 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nagano to Tokyo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nagano to Tokyo buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:55 PM Nagano Station East Exit | 6h30 | 6:25 AM Tokyo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nagano to Tokyo
Buses from Nagano to Tokyo run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 178 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Willer, Willer Express from Nagano to TokyoYou can travel by bus between Nagano to Tokyo with Willer, Willer Express for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nagano to Tokyo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nagano to Tokyo by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Cancellations may incur fees
- specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
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- Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
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