Ticket - Train - Tokyo station - Ueda

The duration of the Hokuriku Shinkansen journey between Ueda and Tokyo Station primarily depends on the type of train taken. Asama services, which stop at Ueda, generally complete the journey in 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Faster services like the Kagayaki do not always stop at Ueda, and the Hakutaka takes slightly longer due to its more frequent stops.

The cost of a Hokuriku Shinkansen ticket between Ueda and Tokyo Station varies depending on the seat category. For a reserved seat (Shiteiseki) in a standard car, the price is generally around 7,000 to 8,000 yen. A non-reserved seat (Jiyuseki), if available, is slightly cheaper. We recommend checking the exact prices at the time of booking as they may vary during peak travel periods.

The Hokuriku Shinkansen line offers regular train frequency between Ueda and Tokyo Station. Asama and Hakutaka services stop at Ueda. On average, there are several departures per hour, especially during peak hours. This frequency allows travelers to plan their journey efficiently.

Yes, the JR EAST PASS (Nagano, Niigata area) fully covers the Hokuriku Shinkansen journey between Ueda and Tokyo Station, including Asama services. With this pass, travelers can reserve a seat in the reserved cars free of charge. We recommend making your seat reservation as soon as possible, especially if you are traveling during peak periods, either at JR ticket counters ("Midori no Madoguchi") or via the automatic machines provided for this purpose, by presenting your pass.