Hakuba is easily accessed by rail and road from all the major hubs in Japan.
If you're coming to Hakuba, use our links below to learn about the quickest, most direct route. We can give you all the necessary information so you can make your own bookings in advance to get the transportation you need.
We look forward to seeing you in Hakuba!
Tokyo to Hakuba
Choose from one of five ways to get to Hakuba from Tokyo. We recommend the bullet train + bus route; however, the bus is the most economical if you’re on a budget.
Nagano to Hakuba
Choose from one of three ways to get to Hakuba from Nagano. If you have your arrival time, we suggest taking a chartered jumbo taxi, especially if travelling with a larger group. This option can save around 30 minutes and take you directly to your accommodation. For smaller groups, the best way to get to Hakuba is by taking the bus from Nagano.
Narita to Hakuba
Choose from several different ways to get to Hakuba from Narita Airport. We recommend one of the charted taxi services as the best way to get to Hakuba this winter season.
Haneda to Hakuba
Choose from one of four ways to get to Hakuba from Haneda Airport. We recommend a private charted taxi from Haneda to Hakuba as the most hassle-free way to get to your Hakuba accommodation.
Osaka to Hakuba
Choose from one of three ways to get to Hakuba from Osaka. We recommend the bullet train + express train as the most comfortable and quickest.
Nagoya to Hakuba
Choose from one of four ways to get to Hakuba from Nagoya. We recommend the express train + bus route, which is the lowest hassle and cost.
Kyoto to Hakuba
Choose from one of three ways to get to Hakuba from Kyoto. We recommend the bullet train + express train + bus combo as the most comfortable.
Matsumoto to Hakuba
Choose from one of three ways to get to Hakuba from Matsumoto. We recommend the local train as being the cheapest and quickest.