Planning calculator #10
Hotel Location vs Commute Calculator
Compare a cheaper hotel farther out against extra transit fares, commute time, and fatigue costs.
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Practical tips
Use the result well
- Price the commute both ways: fare plus tired evening travel time.
- Central is often worth it for short stays and first-time travelers.
- Outer neighborhoods can win for longer stays when the rail connection is direct.
Transparent math
How it works
- Net = room savings − extra fares − value of extra commute time.
Compare the tradeoffs
Options at a glance
Central hotelSaves time and fatigueHigher nightly rate
Outer hotelLower room costCommute can erase savings
Station-adjacent hotelStrong convenience compromiseMay have smaller rooms
Planner reviews
Scenario verdicts
Planner verdictPrevents false hotel savings. Time is part of the price.
Family angleShorter walks and fewer transfers are worth real money.
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Sourced assumption table
Swipe sideways on a phone. Cells use only on-page formulas, inputs, or named official sources below; otherwise Unknown.
| Assumption | Included or unknown | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central vs outer nightly rate | Compared over all nights | On-page formula |
| Extra commute fare per person | Included daily | On-page formula |
| Extra commute minutes | Converted with your time value | On-page formula |
| Room size or family fit | Unknown | Japan Hotel Association |
| Exact station-to-hotel walk | Unknown | On-page formula |
FAQ
Questions this tool should answer
Is staying outside Tokyo worth it?
Sometimes, but long commutes can quietly erase the deal.
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