Tokyo to Tsukuba by bus
Tsukuba lies 58 km (36 mi) north-east of Tokyo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 18 min including stops, over roughly 71 km (44 mi) of road.
| Tokyo | Tsukuba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 9.7 million | 241,656 |
| Elevation | 44 m (144 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
Where to book buses from Tokyo to Tsukuba
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Staying in Tsukuba
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Common questions
How far is Tsukuba from Tokyo?
58 km (36 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Tokyo; by road roughly 71 km (44 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Tsukuba by bus?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tokyo and Tsukuba?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.