What is the cheapest way to get from Nagoya Station to Echizen?

The cheapest way to get from Nagoya Station to Echizen is to drive which costs ¥2200 - ¥3300 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagoya Station to Echizen?

The fastest way to get from Nagoya Station to Echizen is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct bus between Nagoya Station and Echizen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit station and arriving at Takefu. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Nagoya Station and Echizen?

No, there is no direct train from Nagoya Station to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Nagoya and arriving at Takefu via Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Nagoya Station to Echizen?

The distance between Nagoya Station and Echizen is 139 km. The road distance is 129.3 km.

How do I travel from Nagoya Station to Echizen without a car?

The best way to get from Nagoya Station to Echizen without a car is to bus which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥3300.

How long does it take to get from Nagoya Station to Echizen?

The bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Takefu takes 2h 27m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Nagoya Station to Echizen bus from?

Nagoya Station to Echizen bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit.

Where do I catch the Nagoya Station to Echizen train from?

Nagoya Station to Echizen train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Nagoya station.

Train or bus from Nagoya Station to Echizen?

The best way to get from Nagoya Station to Echizen is to bus which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥3300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Nagoya Station to Echizen bus arrive?

Nagoya Station to Echizen bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Takefu station.

Where does the Nagoya Station to Echizen train arrive?

Nagoya Station to Echizen train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Nagoya Station to Echizen?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagoya Station to Echizen is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Nagoya Station to Echizen.

Where can I stay near Echizen?

There are 101+ hotels available in Echizen.

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There are 3 ways to get from Nagoya Station to Echizen by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Takefubus
2h 27m
¥3,300
Drive 129.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagoya Station to Echizencar 129.3 km
1h 59m
¥2,246–3,244
Train
1. Take the train from Nagoya to Tsurugatrain Shirasagi
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Takefutrain [28960] Hapi-Line Fukui
2h 38m

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Distance: 138.6 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Nagoya Station, Japan and Echizen, Japan?

Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Takefu every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,300 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nagoya to Takefu via Tsuruga in around 2h 38m.

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