Nagano to Tokyo train with JR East

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nagano to Tokyo

Showing times and prices for 09 May

Cheapest price

$59

Average price

$59

Fastest journey

1 h 18 m

Average duration

1 h 20 m

Trains per day

41

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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nagano to Tokyo will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $59.

Fast trains

Of the 41 trains that leave Nagano for Tokyo every day 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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 EastKagayaki 514
    7:05 PM1h18
    Nagano Station
    8:23 PMTokyo Station
    $591One-way
    0 changes
  • JR EastHakutaka 554
    8:48 AM1h34
    Nagano Station
    10:22 AMTokyo Station
    $591One-way
    0 changes
  • JR EastAsama 626
    4:25 PM1h47
    Nagano Station
    6:12 PMTokyo Station
    $591One-way
    0 changes
  • JR EastHakutaka 576
    8:37 PM1h35
    Nagano Station
    10:12 PMTokyo Station
    $591One-way
    0 changes
  • JR EastHakutaka 570
    5:37 PM1h35
    Nagano Station
    7:12 PMTokyo Station
    $591One-way
    0 changes

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Travel Information

Compare coach 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 coach with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $56.

Distance: 178 km

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Coach

$60

Average Price

$18

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Cheapest

2h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 28m

Average total duration

4h 58m

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Live departures

Nagano to Tokyo train times

The table below shows live departures for Nagano to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Sunday, 10 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6006:02 AM Nagano Station
1h38
7:40 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6026:21 AM Nagano Station
1h38
7:59 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6046:44 AM Nagano Station
1h38
8:22 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5007:10 AM Nagano Station
1h19
8:29 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6067:13 AM Nagano Station
1h39
8:52 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6087:23 AM Nagano Station
1h45
9:08 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5527:45 AM Nagano Station
1h35
9:20 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5028:10 AM Nagano Station
1h22
9:32 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6108:25 AM Nagano Station
1h46
10:11 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5548:48 AM Nagano Station
1h34
10:22 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5049:17 AM Nagano Station
1h20
10:37 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6129:30 AM Nagano Station
1h42
11:12 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5569:47 AM Nagano Station
1h33
11:20 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 50610:14 AM Nagano Station
1h22
11:36 AM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 55810:46 AM Nagano Station
1h34
12:20 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 50811:12 AM Nagano Station
1h24
12:36 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 61411:28 AM Nagano Station
1h44
1:12 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 56012:26 PM Nagano Station
1h26
1:52 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 61612:29 PM Nagano Station
1h43
2:12 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5621:23 PM Nagano Station
1h29
2:52 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6181:26 PM Nagano Station
1h46
3:12 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5642:26 PM Nagano Station
1h26
3:52 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6202:29 PM Nagano Station
1h43
4:12 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5663:22 PM Nagano Station
1h30
4:52 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6223:25 PM Nagano Station
1h47
5:12 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6243:52 PM Nagano Station
1h36
5:28 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5684:20 PM Nagano Station
1h32
5:52 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6264:25 PM Nagano Station
1h47
6:12 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5105:05 PM Nagano Station
1h23
6:28 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6285:10 PM Nagano Station
1h42
6:52 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5705:37 PM Nagano Station
1h35
7:12 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5125:56 PM Nagano Station
1h24
7:20 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5726:25 PM Nagano Station
1h35
8:00 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5147:05 PM Nagano Station
1h18
8:23 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6307:09 PM Nagano Station
1h43
8:52 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5747:41 PM Nagano Station
1h35
9:16 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 5168:29 PM Nagano Station
1h27
9:56 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5768:37 PM Nagano Station
1h35
10:12 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_ASAMAAsama 6329:17 PM Nagano Station
1h51
11:08 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_HAKUTAKAHakutaka 5789:49 PM Nagano Station
1h35
11:24 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
JR_EAST_KAGAYAKIKagayaki 51810:11 PM Nagano Station
1h21
11:32 PM Tokyo Station0 changesdirect
Sunday, 10 May
JR_EAST8:05 AM Nagano
1h23
9:28 AM Tokyo0 changesdirect
JR_EAST1:11 PM Nagano
1h21
2:32 PM Tokyo0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nagano to Tokyo

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Trains from Nagano to Tokyo run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 but you can travel from only $17 by coach.

There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 1h 18m.

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
Coach from $17
Distance
178 km
Average train duration
1h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
$56
Trains per day
30
Direct trains
30
Fastest train
1h 18m
First train
6:02 AM
Last train
10:11 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
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
Coach from $17

Train companies: JR East from Nagano to Tokyo trainsJR East trains will get you between Nagano and Tokyo from $17. 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 Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
$56
JR East frequency
31 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.

FAQs: Nagano to Tokyo train

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
Cheap train tickets from Nagano to Tokyo can start from as little as $56 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nagano to Tokyo is $60; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Nagano to Tokyo is 1h 18m to travel the 178 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Nagano to Tokyo leaves at 6:02 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Nagano to Tokyo leaves at 10:11 pm.
Yes, there are 30 direct trains a day from Nagano to Tokyo with JR East, JR East, JR East, JR East. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Nagano to Tokyo, you can count on JR East, JR East, JR East, JR East for the best way to get you to Tokyo. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Nagano and Tokyo and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Tokyo from Nagano is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 18m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Nagano to Tokyo is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nagano and Tokyo including taking a coach and train.

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Important Stations and Airports in Nagano and Tokyo

Nagano
Tokyo
The major train station for departures in Nagano is Nagano Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nagano Station for your trip from Nagano to Tokyo.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:30-23:00
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Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi is available in the station's public areas.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking facilities are available near the station, including a multi-story parking garage.
Dining
Dining
  • The station houses a variety of dining options, including local cuisine and international restaurants.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi stands are available at both the Zenkoji and East entrances of the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and ramps to accommodate passengers with mobility challenges.
WC
WC
  • Restroom facilities are available throughout the station, including accessible toilets for people with disabilities.
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