FAQs | TOYAMA CHIHOU TETSUDOU INC.
How long does it take to get from Dentetsu-Toyama Station to the Tateyama Station (the cable car boarding area)?
It is about one hour to Tateyama Station. Get off the train and head to the second floor to board the cable car.
How long does it take to get from Dentetsu-Toyama Sta. to Unazuki Station (the Torokko electric train boarding area) on the Kurobe Gorge Railway?
It is about 90 minutes to Unazuki-Onsen Station and a 10 minute walk after that.
What are the age ranges for children and adults?
Credit cards may only be used to purchase Alpine Route tickets and highway bus tickets at the Toyama Chihou Railway Ticket Center. All standard tickets and special base fare tickets (reduced-fare tickets) must be paid for in cash.
Are there any discounts available for foreign travelers on the Toyama Chihou Railway?
Unfortunately, no discount tickets for foreign travelers are available.
Do you offer any discounts for seniors?
Sorry, but we do not offer discount tickets for seniors.
May I use my JR Pass (Japan Rail Pass)?
Sorry, but such passes may not be used for the segments serviced.
Are trains of the Toyama Chihou Railway considered full when all seats are taken?
No, passengers may still use any standing room available.
This also applies to limited express trains. Please note that certain limited express trains have reserved-seat cars.
Sorry, but there are no restrooms on the trains. Restrooms are only available on Alps Express scenic trains.
Are there bars on the trains?
Bars are only available on limited express Alps Express scenic trains.
Do train stations have coin lockers?
Coin lockers are available at Dentetsu-Toyama Sta, Unazuki-Onsen Station, and Tateyama Station.
Do train stations provide Wi-Fi access?
Yes, Wi-Fi access is available in Dentetsu-Toyama and Tateyama stations.
Is it possible to purchase a through ticket for the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route?
Yes, they are available to those departing from Dentetsu-Toyama Sta. Pre-sale tickets may also be purchased.
You can purchase tickets from the Alpine Route sales counter next to Dentetsu-Toyama Sta.
At Dentetsu-Toyama Sta, can I claim Alpine Route tickets I reserved online?
Unfortunately, no. Such tickets must be claimed at Tateyama Kurobe Kanko Tateyama Station.
At Dentetsu-Toyama Sta, please purchase only tickets for travel between Dentetsu-Toyama Sta. and Tateyama Station.
Can I purchase Alpine Route tickets for the following day?
Unfortunately, no. Only same-day tickets may be purchased.
How long are Alpine Route through tickets valid?
Both one-way and round-trip tickets are valid for five days from the date of issue.
Please tell me about the Alpine Route luggage delivery service.
This service is available from the Dentetsu-Toyama Sta. ticket gate from the time of the first train’s departure to 9:30 a.m.