What is the cheapest way to get from Ishinomaki to Nikkō?

The cheapest way to get from Ishinomaki to Nikkō is to drive which costs ¥4400 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ishinomaki to Nikkō?

The fastest way to get from Ishinomaki to Nikkō is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Ishinomaki and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Ishinomaki to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Shinainuma and arriving at 日光 Nikkō via Sendai and 宇都宮 Utsunomiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Ishinomaki to Nikkō?

The distance between Ishinomaki and Nikkō is 311 km. The road distance is 292.9 km.

How do I travel from Ishinomaki to Nikkō without a car?

The best way to get from Ishinomaki to Nikkō without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs ¥15000 - ¥19000.

How long does it take to get from Ishinomaki to Nikkō?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Ishinomaki to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ishinomaki to Nikkō train from?

Ishinomaki to Nikkō train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Sendai station.

Where does the Ishinomaki to Nikkō train arrive?

Ishinomaki to Nikkō train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Utsunomiya station.

Can I drive from Ishinomaki to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Ishinomaki to Nikkō is 293 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Ishinomaki to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 282+ hotels available in Nikkō.

Ishinomaki to Nikkō - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ishinomaki to Nikkō by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sendai to Utsunomiyatrain Yamabiko
2. Take the train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to 日光 Nikkōtrain JR日光線 JR Nikkō Line / ...
4h 34m
¥15,483–18,976
Drive 292.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ishinomaki to Nikkōcar 292.9 km
3h 52m
¥4,468–6,453
Train via Sendai
1. Take the train from Sendai to Utsunomiyatrain Yamabiko
2. Take the train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to 日光 Nikkōtrain JR日光線 JR Nikkō Line / ...
4h 42m
¥15,483–18,976
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sendai to Fukushimabus
2. Take the train from Fukushima to Utsunomiyatrain
3. Take the train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to 日光 Nikkōtrain
5h 33m
¥16,493–19,897

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Distance: 310.8 km
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Ishinomaki, Japan and Nikkō, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Ishinomaki to 日光 Nikkō via Shinainuma, Sendai, and 宇都宮 Utsunomiya in around 4h 34m.

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