This guide provides information on traveling between Conference Avenue in Kofu City and the two major Tokyo airports: Haneda and Narita.
There are multiple transportation option available, including direct buses and combinations of highway buses and trains.
Option 1: Direct Bus from Airports to Kofu
Haneda Airport to Kofu
- Direct bus service available
- Travel time: Approximately 3-4 hours (depending on traffic)
- Frequency: Several times daily
- Drop-off point: Near Conference Avenue
- Timetable
Narita Airport to Kofu
- Direct bus service available
- Travel time: Approximately 4-5 hours (depending on traffic)
- Frequency: Limited daily service
- Drop-off point: Near Conference Avenue
- Timetable
Option 2: Airport to Shinjuku, then Shinjuku to Kofu
Step 1: Airport to Shinjuku Station
From Haneda Airport:
- Take the Keikyu Line or Tokyo Monorail to Hamamatsucho, then JR Yamanote Line to Shinjuku
- Or take a direct bus to Shinjuku Station
- Travel time: 45-60 minutes
From Narita Airport:
- Take the Narita Express (N’EX) directly to Shinjuku Station
- Or take a highway bus to Shinjuku Station
- Travel time: 60-90 minutes
- Train Options
Step 2: Shinjuku Station to Kofu Station
By Train
- Limited Express train (Twice-hourly, 3890 yen one way, 90 minutes)
- Rapid and Local trains (Frequent, 2310 yen, 2 hours 40 minutes)
By Highway bus
- Travel time: every 30 minutes
- 2500 yen per one way
- Reservation
Tips
- Check the latest bus schedules and book in advance when possible.
- Consider your arrival time when choosing between options.
- The direct bus option is more convenient but may have limited schedules. The Shinjuku route offers more flexibility but requires transfers.
- Always allow extra time for potential delays, especially during peak travel seasons or rush hours.