The cheapest and fastest buses from Tokyo to Nagano
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tokyo to Nagano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tokyo to Nagano will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Tokyo for Nagano on Mon, Mar 23, 1 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 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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 Tokyo to Nagano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Nagano 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 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €46.
Distance: 178 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Tokyo to Nagano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Nagano 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 AM Tokyo | 4h10 | 8:40 AM Nagano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 PM Tokyo | 4h20 | 2:30 AM Nagano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tokyo to Nagano
Buses from Tokyo to Nagano run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 178 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Willer, Willer Express from Tokyo to NaganoYou can travel by bus between Tokyo to Nagano 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 Tokyo to Nagano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo to Nagano 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 Nagano, 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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