Nagano to Tokyo train with JR East

Mon, Sep 21
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nagano to Tokyo

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 21

Cheapest price on Sep 21

€47

Average ticket price on Sep 21

€49

Fastest journey on Sep 21

1 h 13 m

Average journey duration on Sep 21

1 h 15 m

Trains on Sep 21

106

Distance

178 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.

Fast trains

On Mon, Sep 21, we found 106 trains from Nagano to Tokyo, including 106 direct services.

On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .

On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.

  • JR EastAsama 602
    6:21 AM1h38
    Nagano Station
    7:59 AMTokyo Station
    471One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastHakutaka 576
    8:37 PM1h35
    Nagano Station
    10:12 PMTokyo Station
    471One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastHakutaka 574
    7:41 PM1h35
    Nagano Station
    9:16 PMTokyo Station
    471One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastAsama 626
    4:25 PM1h47
    Nagano Station
    6:12 PMTokyo Station
    471One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastHakutaka 554
    8:48 AM1h34
    Nagano Station
    10:22 AMTokyo Station
    471One-way
    0 transfers

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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 an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a train costs an average of €47.

Distance: 110 miles (178 km)

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Train
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Driving

€47

Average price

€20

Average price

Cheapest

€57

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

5h 16m

Average total duration

4h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 24m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

JR East

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Willer Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Nagano to Tokyo is a bus with an average price of €20.

This is compared to other travel options from Nagano to Tokyo:

A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nagano to Tokyo costing on average €47.

The fastest way to travel from Nagano to Tokyo is by train with an average journey time of 1h 32m.

Other travel options to Tokyo take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nagano and Tokyo including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nagano to Tokyo among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 52m faster (1h 32m by train vs 3h 24m by car) and roughly €11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€47 vs €57). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with JR East.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Nagano to Tokyo train times

The table below shows live departures for Nagano to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
JR EastAsama 6006:02 AM Nagano Station
1h38
7:40 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6006:02 AM Nagano Station
1h32
7:34 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6026:21 AM Nagano Station
1h38
7:59 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6026:21 AM Nagano Station
1h32
7:53 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6046:44 AM Nagano Station
1h38
8:22 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6046:44 AM Nagano Station
1h32
8:16 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5007:10 AM Nagano Station
1h19
8:29 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5007:10 AM Nagano Station
1h13
8:23 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6067:13 AM Nagano Station
1h39
8:52 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6067:13 AM Nagano Station
1h33
8:46 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6087:23 AM Nagano Station
1h45
9:08 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6087:23 AM Nagano Station
1h39
9:02 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5527:45 AM Nagano Station
1h35
9:20 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5527:45 AM Nagano Station
1h29
9:14 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5028:10 AM Nagano Station
1h22
9:32 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5028:10 AM Nagano Station
1h16
9:26 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6108:25 AM Nagano Station
1h46
10:11 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6108:25 AM Nagano Station
1h40
10:05 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5548:48 AM Nagano Station
1h34
10:22 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5548:48 AM Nagano Station
1h28
10:16 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5049:17 AM Nagano Station
1h20
10:37 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5049:17 AM Nagano Station
1h14
10:31 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5229:23 AM Nagano Station
1h29
10:52 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5229:23 AM Nagano Station
1h23
10:46 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6129:30 AM Nagano Station
1h42
11:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6129:30 AM Nagano Station
1h36
11:06 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5569:47 AM Nagano Station
1h33
11:20 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5569:47 AM Nagano Station
1h27
11:14 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 50610:14 AM Nagano Station
1h22
11:36 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 50610:14 AM Nagano Station
1h16
11:30 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 55810:46 AM Nagano Station
1h34
12:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 55810:46 AM Nagano Station
1h28
12:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 50811:12 AM Nagano Station
1h24
12:36 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 50811:12 AM Nagano Station
1h18
12:30 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 61411:28 AM Nagano Station
1h44
1:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 61411:28 AM Nagano Station
1h38
1:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 52811:59 AM Nagano Station
1h21
1:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 52811:59 AM Nagano Station
1h15
1:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 56012:26 PM Nagano Station
1h26
1:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 56012:26 PM Nagano Station
1h20
1:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 61612:29 PM Nagano Station
1h43
2:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 61612:29 PM Nagano Station
1h37
2:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 53012:58 PM Nagano Station
1h22
2:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 53012:58 PM Nagano Station
1h16
2:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5621:23 PM Nagano Station
1h29
2:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5621:23 PM Nagano Station
1h23
2:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6181:26 PM Nagano Station
1h46
3:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6181:26 PM Nagano Station
1h40
3:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5321:58 PM Nagano Station
1h16
3:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5321:58 PM Nagano Station
1h22
3:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6422:03 PM Nagano Station
1h37
3:40 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6422:03 PM Nagano Station
1h31
3:34 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5642:26 PM Nagano Station
1h26
3:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5642:26 PM Nagano Station
1h20
3:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6202:29 PM Nagano Station
1h43
4:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6202:29 PM Nagano Station
1h37
4:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5342:58 PM Nagano Station
1h22
4:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5342:58 PM Nagano Station
1h16
4:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6443:03 PM Nagano Station
1h37
4:40 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6443:03 PM Nagano Station
1h31
4:34 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5663:22 PM Nagano Station
1h30
4:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5663:22 PM Nagano Station
1h24
4:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6223:25 PM Nagano Station
1h47
5:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6223:25 PM Nagano Station
1h41
5:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 6243:52 PM Nagano Station
1h30
5:22 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 6243:52 PM Nagano Station
1h36
5:28 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5364:11 PM Nagano Station
1h17
5:28 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5684:20 PM Nagano Station
1h32
5:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5684:20 PM Nagano Station
1h26
5:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6264:25 PM Nagano Station
1h47
6:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6264:25 PM Nagano Station
1h41
6:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5105:05 PM Nagano Station
1h23
6:28 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5105:05 PM Nagano Station
1h17
6:22 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6285:10 PM Nagano Station
1h42
6:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6285:10 PM Nagano Station
1h36
6:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6765:29 PM Nagano Station
1h35
7:04 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5705:37 PM Nagano Station
1h35
7:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5705:37 PM Nagano Station
1h29
7:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5125:56 PM Nagano Station
1h24
7:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5125:56 PM Nagano Station
1h18
7:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6786:20 PM Nagano Station
1h32
7:52 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5726:25 PM Nagano Station
1h35
8:00 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5726:25 PM Nagano Station
1h29
7:54 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5926:39 PM Nagano Station
1h29
8:08 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5926:39 PM Nagano Station
1h23
8:02 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6466:50 PM Nagano Station
1h46
8:36 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6466:50 PM Nagano Station
1h40
8:30 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5147:05 PM Nagano Station
1h18
8:23 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6307:09 PM Nagano Station
1h43
8:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6307:09 PM Nagano Station
1h37
8:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5747:41 PM Nagano Station
1h35
9:16 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5747:41 PM Nagano Station
1h29
9:10 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5427:56 PM Nagano Station
1h24
9:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5427:56 PM Nagano Station
1h18
9:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5168:29 PM Nagano Station
1h27
9:56 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5168:29 PM Nagano Station
1h21
9:50 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5768:37 PM Nagano Station
1h35
10:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5768:37 PM Nagano Station
1h29
10:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5448:57 PM Nagano Station
1h17
10:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5448:57 PM Nagano Station
1h23
10:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6329:17 PM Nagano Station
1h51
11:08 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6329:17 PM Nagano Station
1h45
11:02 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5789:49 PM Nagano Station
1h35
11:24 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5789:49 PM Nagano Station
1h29
11:18 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 51810:11 PM Nagano Station
1h21
11:32 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 51810:11 PM Nagano Station
1h15
11:26 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, September 22
JR EastAsama 6006:02 AM Nagano Station
1h38
7:40 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6006:02 AM Nagano Station
1h32
7:34 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6026:21 AM Nagano Station
1h38
7:59 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6026:21 AM Nagano Station
1h32
7:53 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6046:44 AM Nagano Station
1h38
8:22 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6046:44 AM Nagano Station
1h32
8:16 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5007:10 AM Nagano Station
1h19
8:29 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5007:10 AM Nagano Station
1h13
8:23 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6067:13 AM Nagano Station
1h39
8:52 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6067:13 AM Nagano Station
1h33
8:46 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6087:23 AM Nagano Station
1h45
9:08 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6087:23 AM Nagano Station
1h39
9:02 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5527:45 AM Nagano Station
1h35
9:20 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5527:45 AM Nagano Station
1h29
9:14 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5028:10 AM Nagano Station
1h22
9:32 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5028:10 AM Nagano Station
1h16
9:26 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6108:25 AM Nagano Station
1h46
10:11 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6108:25 AM Nagano Station
1h40
10:05 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5548:48 AM Nagano Station
1h34
10:22 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5548:48 AM Nagano Station
1h28
10:16 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6509:00 AM Nagano Station
1h52
10:52 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6509:00 AM Nagano Station
1h46
10:46 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5049:17 AM Nagano Station
1h20
10:37 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5049:17 AM Nagano Station
1h14
10:31 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6129:30 AM Nagano Station
1h42
11:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6129:30 AM Nagano Station
1h36
11:06 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5569:47 AM Nagano Station
1h33
11:20 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5569:47 AM Nagano Station
1h27
11:14 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 50610:14 AM Nagano Station
1h16
11:30 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 50610:14 AM Nagano Station
1h22
11:36 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 52410:26 AM Nagano Station
1h20
11:46 AM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 52410:26 AM Nagano Station
1h26
11:52 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 63610:34 AM Nagano Station
1h38
12:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 63610:34 AM Nagano Station
1h32
12:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 55810:46 AM Nagano Station
1h34
12:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 55810:46 AM Nagano Station
1h28
12:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 50811:12 AM Nagano Station
1h24
12:36 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 50811:12 AM Nagano Station
1h18
12:30 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 61411:28 AM Nagano Station
1h44
1:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 61411:28 AM Nagano Station
1h38
1:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 52811:59 AM Nagano Station
1h15
1:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 52811:59 AM Nagano Station
1h21
1:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 63812:04 PM Nagano Station
1h30
1:34 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 63812:04 PM Nagano Station
1h36
1:40 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 56012:26 PM Nagano Station
1h26
1:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 56012:26 PM Nagano Station
1h20
1:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 61612:29 PM Nagano Station
1h43
2:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 61612:29 PM Nagano Station
1h37
2:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 53012:58 PM Nagano Station
1h16
2:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 53012:58 PM Nagano Station
1h22
2:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6401:03 PM Nagano Station
1h37
2:40 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6401:03 PM Nagano Station
1h31
2:34 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5621:23 PM Nagano Station
1h24
2:47 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5621:23 PM Nagano Station
1h29
2:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6181:26 PM Nagano Station
1h46
3:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6181:26 PM Nagano Station
1h40
3:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5321:58 PM Nagano Station
1h22
3:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5321:58 PM Nagano Station
1h16
3:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6422:03 PM Nagano Station
1h37
3:40 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6422:03 PM Nagano Station
1h31
3:34 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5642:26 PM Nagano Station
1h26
3:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5642:26 PM Nagano Station
1h20
3:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6202:29 PM Nagano Station
1h43
4:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6202:29 PM Nagano Station
1h37
4:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5342:58 PM Nagano Station
1h22
4:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5342:58 PM Nagano Station
1h16
4:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6443:03 PM Nagano Station
1h37
4:40 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6443:03 PM Nagano Station
1h31
4:34 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5663:22 PM Nagano Station
1h24
4:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5663:22 PM Nagano Station
1h30
4:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6223:25 PM Nagano Station
1h47
5:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6223:25 PM Nagano Station
1h41
5:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 6243:52 PM Nagano Station
1h30
5:22 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 6243:52 PM Nagano Station
1h36
5:28 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5364:11 PM Nagano Station
1h17
5:28 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5684:20 PM Nagano Station
1h32
5:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5684:20 PM Nagano Station
1h26
5:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6264:25 PM Nagano Station
1h47
6:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6264:25 PM Nagano Station
1h41
6:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 6604:57 PM Nagano Station
1h23
6:20 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5105:05 PM Nagano Station
1h23
6:28 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5105:05 PM Nagano Station
1h17
6:22 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6285:10 PM Nagano Station
1h42
6:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6285:10 PM Nagano Station
1h36
6:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6765:29 PM Nagano Station
1h35
7:04 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5705:37 PM Nagano Station
1h29
7:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5705:37 PM Nagano Station
1h35
7:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5125:56 PM Nagano Station
1h24
7:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5125:56 PM Nagano Station
1h18
7:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5386:17 PM Nagano Station
1h31
7:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5386:17 PM Nagano Station
1h25
7:42 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5726:25 PM Nagano Station
1h29
7:54 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5726:25 PM Nagano Station
1h35
8:00 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5926:39 PM Nagano Station
1h23
8:02 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5926:39 PM Nagano Station
1h29
8:08 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6466:50 PM Nagano Station
1h46
8:36 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6466:50 PM Nagano Station
1h40
8:30 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5147:05 PM Nagano Station
1h18
8:23 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6307:09 PM Nagano Station
1h43
8:52 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6307:09 PM Nagano Station
1h37
8:46 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5747:41 PM Nagano Station
1h29
9:10 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5747:41 PM Nagano Station
1h35
9:16 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5827:56 PM Nagano Station
1h24
9:20 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5827:56 PM Nagano Station
1h18
9:14 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastAsama 6588:02 PM Nagano Station
1h28
9:30 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5168:29 PM Nagano Station
1h27
9:56 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5168:29 PM Nagano Station
1h21
9:50 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5768:37 PM Nagano Station
1h35
10:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR EastHakutaka 5768:37 PM Nagano Station
1h29
10:06 PM Tokyo0 transfersDirect
JR EastKagayaki 5448:57 PM Nagano Station
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Overview: Train from Nagano to Tokyo

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Trains from Nagano to Tokyo run on average 47 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.

There are 47 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 1h 13m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13
Distance
110 miles (178 km)
Average train duration
1h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
€36
Trains per day
47
Direct trains
47
Fastest train
1h 13m
First train
6:02 AM
Last train
10:11 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €13

Train companies: JR East from Nagano to Tokyo trainsJR East trains will get you between Nagano and Tokyo from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

JR East

About
East Japan Railway Company (JR East) is the largest passenger railway company in Japan, operating a network of 7,418.7 kilometers across the eastern half of Honshu, including Tokyo. Serving approximately 16 million passengers daily, JR East manages 1,682 stations and operates 11,863 trains per day. Beyond transportation, the company engages in various lifestyle services, including retail, real estate development, and hotel management, aiming to be a "Trusted Life-Style Service Creating Group."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JR East Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest JR East Price
€36
JR East frequency
88 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage is allowed on JR East trains without additional charges.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage may be subject to space availability and may incur extra fees.
Luggage storage
Luggage storage areas are available on certain trains, such as the Shinkansen.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds are provided for unused tickets; refunds for used tickets are subject to handling charges.
Refund
Full refunds are provided if a train is canceled.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors aged 6 to 11 can travel on JR East trains with a consent form from a guardian.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available for purchase on Shinkansen trains.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations on Shinkansen trains require an additional fee.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
JR East trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with disabilities, including priority seating and accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bicycles are permitted on JR East trains if they are folded and placed in a carrying case.
Pets
Pets are allowed on JR East trains if they are in a carrier not exceeding 70 cm in total dimensions.

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Japanese yen (¥)

Tokyo is costly versus many Asian cities, but transit is efficient and food ranges from cheap chains to luxury dining. Hotels in central areas are the main expense.

Average meal costs

Budget
¥800-1,500 for fast food or simple set meals.
Mid-range
¥2,000-5,000 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
¥10,000+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
¥300-600 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

No tipping expected. Restaurants, taxis, and cafes do not require tips; excellent service is included. Leaving cash may cause confusion.

FAQs: Trains from Nagano to Tokyo

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nagano to Tokyo by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Nagano to Tokyo, but the exact process depends on the operator and ticket type. In general, you select your date and time, choose seat options, pay, and receive either an e-ticket/QR code or details for ticket pickup.
The cheapest time to travel by train from Nagano to Tokyo is usually during quieter, off-peak periods. February is often a good month to find better-value tickets, and traveling midweek can also help.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Nagano to Tokyo is usually to choose slower services or less in-demand departure times, and book in advance when possible. If both reserved and non-reserved seating is available, non-reserved options can sometimes be cheaper. To save money, compare different times and services and book earlier when you can.
Child ticket rules depend on the operator, but in Japan a child ticket generally applies to ages 6–11, and age 12 and over is an adult ticket. Age is usually based on the child’s age on the day of travel.
Children can sometimes travel for free, but it depends on age and whether they need their own seat. In Japan, children under 6 can travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat, and each paying adult can typically accompany up to two children under 6 for free.
Yes, most children need a ticket when traveling by train from Nagano to Tokyo. In Japan, ages 6–11 typically need a child ticket (often about half the adult fare), while children under 6 may travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat.
Yes, a day trip from Nagano to Tokyo is possible by train, with journey times of around 1h 13m each way. That said, Tokyo has a lot to see, so an overnight stay often makes for a more relaxed visit.
Yes, there are direct trains from Nagano to Tokyo. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Nagano to Tokyo takes around 1h 13m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Nagano to Tokyo usually run frequently throughout the day, with regular departures on most dates. Check the schedule for your travel date to see the exact departure times.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Nagano to Tokyo. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Nagano to Tokyo are typically priced higher than slower services. Costs can vary by seat type (reserved vs non-reserved), class, and the specific service you choose.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tokyo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
You can bring luggage on the train from Nagano to Tokyo, but size rules may apply. On Japan’s Shinkansen, luggage up to 160 cm total dimensions (length + width + height) can be taken onboard without a reservation, while larger items may require a reservation for designated luggage space.
Japan is generally very safe, but it’s still best not to leave luggage unattended. If you need to step away briefly, keep valuables with you and leave only low-value items behind, and place bags where you can keep an eye on them when possible.
Standard-sized luggage can usually go in the overhead racks or near your seat. On Shinkansen services, oversized baggage is stored in designated areas (often behind the last row), which are typically available only when you reserve the appropriate seat/space.
There isn’t a night train on this route. Most travelers take daytime services, including high-speed trains like the Shinkansen, which make the journey fast and convenient.
Non-reserved seats are first-come, first-served seating in designated cars on services that offer them. You don’t get a seat number, so you line up at the platform markings and take any open seat once you board; if it’s busy, you may need to stand until a seat frees up.
On Japan’s Shinkansen routes, luggage is considered oversized if total dimensions (length + width + height) are 160–250 cm. Oversized items usually require a seat reservation with designated luggage space, and items over 250 cm are not allowed onboard.
Train tickets from Nagano to Tokyo can cost as little as €36 when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around €47, but prices vary depending on the type of train, the time of day, and whether you choose a reserved seat or a higher class.
Train services from Nagano to Tokyo are operated by JR East. On this route, high-speed services are part of Japan Railways’ network.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Nagano to Tokyo depends on the operator and service type. In Japan, the JR Pass can be used on some Shinkansen services (such as Hikari and Kodama) but not on certain fastest services (such as Nozomi).
A rail pass can be worth it if you plan to take several long-distance train journeys during your trip. For a single journey, a normal ticket is often more cost-effective, especially if the pass doesn’t cover the fastest services you want to take.
Trains from Nagano to Tokyo typically depart from Nagano Station, Ueda Station and arrive at Tokyo Station, Shinjuku Station. In larger cities, there may be more than one station, so double-check the station name before you travel.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Nagano to Tokyo. You can use Suica for local segments to and from the stations, while the Shinkansen portion typically needs its own ticket and (if you want a specific seat) a seat reservation.
You don’t always need to reserve a seat, but it’s often a good idea on busy routes or at peak times. Some services offer non-reserved seating (first-come, first-served), while reserved seats give you a specific seat number and more certainty.
Yes. Trains on this route typically have onboard toilets, including Western-style toilets on many services. Facilities are usually clean and easy to use, which helps on longer travel days or when traveling with children.
If you’re traveling at peak times, want a specific departure, want seats together, or prefer extra certainty, book in advance. If you’re flexible and traveling off-peak, you can often buy tickets closer to departure, but you’ll have fewer choices for times and seats.
Many services offer onboard Wi-Fi, but coverage and reliability can vary, especially in tunnels or at high speed. It’s usually fine for messaging and light browsing, but may not be stable enough for video calls or heavy work.

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Popular train stations from Nagano to Tokyo

Most Nagano to Tokyo trains use the Nagano Station to Tokyo Station station pair, with some services arriving at Shinjuku Station. Use this guide to compare Nagano and Tokyo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nagano
Arrival train stations in Tokyo

Which Nagano station do trains to Tokyo leave from?

Trains from Nagano to Tokyo leave from Nagano Station. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Nagano city centre at Kurita, Nagano-shi, Nagano-ken 380-0921, Japan.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Nagano Station from Nagano city centre

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Nagano Station train station facilities and services

Nagano Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: The station houses a variety of dining options, including local cuisine and international restaurants.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi is available in the station's public areas. ATMs are aTMs accepting international cards are located near the Shinkansen ticket gates and within the JR Ticket Office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nagano Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nagano Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nagano Station: The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and ramps to accommodate passengers with mobility challenges.

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