How to travel from Tohoku to Fuji, Japan
The distance between Tohoku and Fuji is around 576km (358 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 4h 45m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Tohoku to Fuji by train, bus, car, plane and taxi. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Fuji → Tohoku if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Tokyo and then to Shin-Fuji(Shizuoka).
- Duration4h 45m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost¥32,170($235)
Train to Sakurambohigashine, plane
Take the train to Sakurambohigashine then fly from Yamagata (GAJ) to Nagoya Airfield (NKM) then take the train to Shin-Fuji(Shizuoka).
- Duration5h 40m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost¥55,855($410)
Multiple operators
6 similiar routes
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Shinjo then take the bus to Tokyo Yaesu Exit then take the train to Shin-Fuji(Shizuoka).
- Duration11h 30m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥31,075($225)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tohoku and Fuji
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Tohoku to Fuji by train, bus, car, plane and taxi. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ¥31,075 ($225) and will take around 11h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥32,170 ($235).
The distance between Tohoku and Fuji is around 576km (358 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 636km (395 miles)
It takes around 4h 45m to get from Tohoku and Fuji by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6h 60m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Tohoku to Fuji is to take the train which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx ¥32,170 ($235).
The cheapest way to travel between Tohoku and Fuji, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥31,075 ($225) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Tohoku and Fuji. It typically takes around 4h 45m and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Tohoku to Fuji. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Naruko Gotenyu, Furukawa and Tokyo. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 4h 45m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Tohoku and Fuji. Trains depart hourly and will take around 4h 45m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Tohoku and Fuji. We recommend that you take the train to Tokyo and then to Shin-Fuji(Shizuoka). instead which will take 4h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tohoku to Fuji. We recommend that you take the train to Akita then fly from Akita (AXT) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) then take the train to Shin-Fuji(Shizuoka). instead which will take 5h 55m.
The closest major airport to Fuji is Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) which is approximately 80km (50 miles) from Fuji. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) (MMJ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Tohoku and Fuji. The distance is around 585km (363 miles) by road and it will take around 6h 60m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tohoku to Fuji is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around ¥32,170 ($235).
Compare travel optionsbetween Tohoku and Fuji
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 4h 45m | ¥32,170($235) | hourly | 576km (358 miles) |
Train to Sakurambohigashine, plane + 6 similar | 5h 40m | ¥55,855($410) | every 4 hours | 831km (516 miles) |
| Train to Shin-Hanamaki, plane | 5h 40m | ¥56,540($415) | hourly | 999km (621 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5h 55m | ¥46,135($335) | every 2 hours | 777km (483 miles) |
| Train to Akita, plane | 6h 55m | ¥52,705($385) | every 2 hours | 1,036km (643 miles) |
| Taxi, Train and Plane | 4h 55m | ¥46,545($340) | every 4 hours | 606km (377 miles) |
| Taxi to Naruko Gotenyu, train and plane | 5h 30m | ¥60,785($445) | hourly | 897km (557 miles) |
| Taxi to Mogami, train and plane | 5h 30m | ¥51,335($375) | 4 times a day | 676km (420 miles) |
Train and Bus | 11h 30m | ¥31,075($225) | once daily | 681km (423 miles) |
Drive | 6h 60m | ¥8,760($64) | on demand | 585km (363 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Tohoku and Fuji
Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
Ibex Airlines
Fuji Dream
Train operators
Bus companies
Yamako Bus
Airports near Fuji
The following major airports near Fuji offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
- Distance
- 80km (50 miles) from Fuji
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 98km (61 miles) from Fuji
Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)
- Distance
- 115km (72 miles) from Fuji