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

The cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Nikkō is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Nikkō is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Jōetsu and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Jōetsu to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Kasugayama and arriving at Nikko via Joetsumyoko, Ōmiya and Utsunomiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Jōetsu to Nikkō?

The distance between Jōetsu and Nikkō is 378 km. The road distance is 205.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Jōetsu to Nikkō without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Jōetsu to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jōetsu to Nikkō train from?

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

Where does the Jōetsu to Nikkō train arrive?

Jōetsu to Nikkō train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Omiya Station.

Can I drive from Jōetsu to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Jōetsu to Nikkō is 205 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Jōetsu to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 282+ hotels available in Nikkō.

Jōetsu to Nikkō - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Jōetsu to Nikkō by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Omiya Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Ōmiya to Utsunomiyatrain
3. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Nikkotrain
5h 33m
¥5,622–7,596
Drive 205.3 km
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1. Drive from Jōetsu to Nikkōcar 205.3 km
3h 35m
¥3,562–5,145
Train via Takasaki
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Takasakitrain
2. Take the train from 高崎 Takasaki to 栃木 Tochigitrain
3. Take the train from 栃木 Tochigi to 東武日光 Tobu-nikkotrain Tn
5h 52m
¥4,672–6,596

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Distance: 377.7 km
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Kasugayama to Nikko via Joetsumyoko, Ōmiya, and Utsunomiya in around 5h 33m.

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