What is the cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Nakano?

The cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Nakano is to train which costs ¥4000 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hakuba to Nakano?

The fastest way to get from Hakuba to Nakano is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Hakuba and Nakano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Snow Peak Land Station station and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Hakuba and Nakano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hakuba and arriving at Shinjuku Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Hakuba to Nakano?

The distance between Hakuba and Nakano is 280 km. The road distance is 248.3 km.

How do I travel from Hakuba to Nakano without a car?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Nakano without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Hakuba to Nakano?

The train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Station takes 3h 43m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Nakano bus from?

Hakuba to Nakano bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Hakuba Station.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Nakano train from?

Hakuba to Nakano train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Hakuba station.

Train or bus from Hakuba to Nakano?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Nakano is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus via Nagano station, which costs ¥5500 - ¥8500 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Hakuba to Nakano bus arrive?

Hakuba to Nakano bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano station.

Where does the Hakuba to Nakano train arrive?

Hakuba to Nakano train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinjuku Station.

Can I drive from Hakuba to Nakano?

Yes, the driving distance between Hakuba to Nakano is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Hakuba to Nakano.

How do I get a train ticket from Hakuba to Nakano?

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Where can I stay near Nakano?

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Hakuba to Nakano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hakuba to Nakano by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
3h 43m
¥4,000–5,500
Bus via Nagano station
1. Take the bus from Hakuba Station to Nagano stationbus
2. Take the bus from Nagano to Shimo-Ochiaibus
4h 48m
¥5,551–8,487
Drive 248.3 km
1. Drive from Hakuba to Nakanocar 248.3 km
3h 29m
¥4,253–6,143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Snow Peak Land Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
5h 11m
¥4,500–9,500

Hakuba to Nakano by bus

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Distance: 279.8 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Hakuba, Japan and Nakano, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hakuba Station to Shimo-Ochiai via Nagano station and Nagano in around 4h 48m.

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