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Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tokyo to Takaoka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tokyo to Takaoka will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 1 buses that leave Tokyo for Takaoka every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 273 km distance in an average of 8 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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.
21:508h40Tokyo6:30Takaoka Station South Exit£541One-way0 changes
21:508h40Tokyo6:30Takaoka Station South Exit£541One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Tokyo to Takaoka
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Takaoka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £104.
Distance: 273 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £154 Average Price | £76 Average Price |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Tokyo to Takaoka bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Takaoka coaches for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:50 Tokyo | 8h40 | 6:30 Takaoka Station South Exit | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tokyo to Takaoka
Buses from Tokyo to Takaoka run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 12:50, the last at 13:00. The fastest coach covers the 273 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 273 km |
Average bus duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 12:50 |
Last bus 13:00 |
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Bus providers: Willer Express from Tokyo to TakaokaYou can travel by bus between Tokyo to Takaoka with Willer Express for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Tokyo to Takaoka coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo to Takaoka by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Takaoka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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