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

The cheapest way to get from Nagano to Nikkō is to drive which costs ¥3200 - ¥4700 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nagano to Nikkō is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Nagano and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Nagano to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Nagano and arriving at 東武日光 Tobu-nikko via Omiya(Saitama) and 春日部 Kasukabe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Nagano to Nikkō?

The distance between Nagano and Nikkō is 305 km. The road distance is 187 km.

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

The best way to get from Nagano to Nikkō without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Nagano to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagano to Nikkō train from?

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

Where does the Nagano to Nikkō train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nagano to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagano to Nikkō is 187 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Nagano to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 248+ hotels available in Nikkō.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
2. Take the train from 春日部 Kasukabe to 東武日光 Tobu-nikkotrain Tn
3h 2m
¥4,165–5,222
Drive 187 km
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1. Drive from Nagano to Nikkōcar 187 km
3h 39m
¥3,222–4,654
Train via Takasaki
1. Take the train from Nagano to Takasakitrain
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Tochigitrain
3. Take the train from 栃木 Tochigi to 東武日光 Tobu-nikkotrain Tn
4h 14m
¥3,570–5,091

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Distance: 305.3 km
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Nagano to 東武日光 Tobu-nikko via Omiya(Saitama) and 春日部 Kasukabe in around 3h 2m.

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