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Tokyo National Museum
A major national museum with Japanese art, archaeology and cultural treasures, ideal for understanding the country’s history in one place.

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£47
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
7 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
7 h 20 m
Buses on 20 Sept
1
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tsu to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tsu to Tokyo will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 buses from Tsu to Tokyo, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 314 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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.
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tsu to Tokyo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £286.
Distance: 314 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £286 Average Price | £57 Average Price | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tsu to Tokyo:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tsu to Tokyo costing on average £57.
A coach is £247 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tsu to Tokyo costing on average £286.
Other travel options to Tokyo take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 1m.
Coach takes on average 7h 20m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.04. The journey takes 7h 20m versus 4h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Tsu to Tokyo coaches for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80235 | 22:20 Tsu, Tsu Station East Exit - Apoa Hotel Tsumae | 7h20 | 5:40 Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Tsu to Tokyo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 13:20, the last at 13:20. The fastest coach covers the 314 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 314 km |
Average bus duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 13:20 |
Last bus 13:20 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tsu to Tokyo 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 Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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