What is the cheapest way to get from Gifu to Suwa?

The cheapest way to get from Gifu to Suwa is to drive which costs ¥3300 - ¥4900 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gifu to Suwa?

The fastest way to get from Gifu to Suwa is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct bus between Gifu and Suwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Gifu to Suwa. However, there are services departing from Meitetsu Gifu Bus Terminal and arriving at Matsumoto Bus Terminal via Takayama Nohi Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Gifu and Suwa?

No, there is no direct train from Gifu to Suwa. However, there are services departing from Meitetsu Gifu and arriving at Kami-Suwa via Nagoya and Shiojiri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Gifu to Suwa?

The distance between Gifu and Suwa is 226 km. The road distance is 194.4 km.

How do I travel from Gifu to Suwa without a car?

The best way to get from Gifu to Suwa without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Gifu to Suwa?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Gifu to Suwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gifu to Suwa bus from?

Gifu to Suwa bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, depart from Meitetsu Gifu Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gifu to Suwa train from?

Gifu to Suwa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Nagoya station.

Train or bus from Gifu to Suwa?

The best way to get from Gifu to Suwa is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus via Takayama, which costs ¥5500 - ¥10000 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Gifu to Suwa bus arrive?

Gifu to Suwa bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, arrive at Takayama Nohi Bus Center station.

Where does the Gifu to Suwa train arrive?

Gifu to Suwa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shiojiri station.

Can I drive from Gifu to Suwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Gifu to Suwa is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Gifu to Suwa.

Where can I stay near Suwa?

There are 211+ hotels available in Suwa.

Gifu to Suwa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gifu to Suwa by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagoya to Shiojiritrain Shinano 23 / ...
4h 26m
Drive 194.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gifu to Suwacar 194.4 km
2h 55m
¥3,373–4,872
Bus via Takayama
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Gifu Bus Terminal to Takayama Nohi Bus Centerbus Takayama
2. Take the bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminalbus Takayama
6h 41m
¥5,757–10,045
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Ina Bus Terminalbus
7h 5m
¥5,462–5,880

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Distance: 225.6 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Gifu, Japan and Suwa, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Nagoya to Shiojiri hourly, and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meitetsu Gifu Bus Terminal to Kami-Suwa via Takayama Nohi Bus Center, Matsumoto Bus Terminal, and Matsumoto in around 6h 41m.

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