Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

Calendar of Waiting Times

Waiting times depend on the season, day of the week, weather and time of day. Generally, peak times are as follows:

  • Tateyama Sta
    Travelling to Murodo 9:00-11:00 is the peak time.
  • Murodo
    Travelling from Murodo in either direction 13:00-15:00 is the peak time.
  • Ogizawa Sta
    Travelling to Murodo, 8:30-11:00 is the peak time. Kurobeko and Kurobedaira Stations may be especially busy.

Alpine Route Congestion Forcast Calendar

The expected congestion level is shown for each day. Please refer to this when planning your trip. (the figures are expected visitor numbers)

  • Less than 1000 visitors・・・・
    Congestion levelE
    Relatively low
  • 1000 - 3000 visitors・・・
    Congestion levelD
    You should be able to make smooth transfers.
  • 3000 - 5000 visitors・・・
    Congestion levelC
    It is a little crowded. You may experience waiting times for Ropeway & Cable Cars.
  • 5000 - 6000 visitors・・・
    Congestion levelB
    Somewhat crowded. Expect waiting times of around 1 hour for Ropeway & Cable Cars.
  • More than 6000 visitors・・・・
    Congestion levelA
    Considerably crowded. Expect waiting time of over 90 minutes for the Ropeway and Cable Cars.
2016年4月
日 月 火 水 木 金 土
1 × 2 ×
3 × 4 × 5 × 6 × 7 × 8 × 9 ×
10 - 11 - 12 - 13 - 14 - 15 - 16 -
17 - 18 - 19 - 20 - 21 - 22 - 23 -
24 - 25 - 26 - 27 - 28 - 29 - 30 -

※These are predicted congestion levels based on past visitor numbers. There may be unexpected crowding at certain times or due to certain weather conditions.