Tokyo to Kurobe

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Tokyo to Kurobe Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	06:28	08:57	$79.55
Train	Shinkansen	Unreserved seat	07:52	10:24	$92.50
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	08:41	11:10	$79.55
Train	Shinkansen	Unreserved seat	09:32	11:51	$92.50
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	10:33	13:02	$79.55
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	11:24	13:53	$79.55
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	12:24	14:53	$79.55
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	13:24	15:53	$79.55
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	14:24	16:53	$79.55
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	15:24	17:53	$79.55
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	16:32	19:01	$79.55
Train	Shinkansen	Reserved	18:04	20:40	$98.53
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	19:04	21:33	$79.55
Train	Hokuriku Shinkansen	Standard Class	20:12	22:41	$79.55

How to get from Tokyo to Kurobe

Travelling between Tokyo and Kurobe is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 52.73 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 47.24.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Kurobe?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 7 hours to travel between Tokyo and Kurobe depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Tokyo and Kurobe. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 24m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 6h 24m to reach Kurobe.

How much does it cost to get from Tokyo to Kurobe?

Travelling between Tokyo and Kurobe can be as cheap as USD 47.24 if you opt for a Seibubus ZSB2 bus and as expensive as USD 52.73 if you buy a Seibubus ZSB2 Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Tokyo and Kurobe ?

6 from Tokyo to Kurobe starting from 06:55 Shinjuku until 23:00 Shimoochiai

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Tokyo to Kurobe.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Tokyo to Kurobe overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Tokyo and Kurobe

Seibubus ZSB2

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Tokyo to Kurobe?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

100% opted for a bus

Transportation from Tokyo to Kurobe

Trains

$ 82.10
Buses

$ 47.24
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Tokyo to Kurobe

Cheapest Transport	$48
Fastest Transport	2h 24m
Earliest Departure	6:28 午前
Latest Departure	11:00 午後
Departures per day	6
Distance	120 kilometers
Transport Companies	Hokuriku Shinkansen, Seibubus ZSB2