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How to choose the best train option

SharonIn
SharonIn
10 days ago
1 answer

Hello JRPASS team

We are a couple, planning 21 days in Japan, 6 days in Tokyo and 15 days includes Hakone-Takayama-Kawasama-Kyoto-Nara-Hiroshima-Okayama-Osaka-Tokyo (flight home).
In Tokyo we will use the metro/bus/regular train.
For the 15 trip day, I read that the JR pass can be expensive and not always the best option, because we plan to stay sometimes 2-3 days in one place.
How can I compare the regular train fees VS the JR tickets in order to choose the economic and best option?

Thanks a lot
Sharon

Alexis
Alexis
1173 posts
2 days ago
Expert

Hi there,

You can use our JR Fare Calculator to see how expensive your itinerary would be, and compare it to the price of the JR Pass.

Kind regards,

Alexis


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