What is the cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Suwa?

The cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Suwa is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4600 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagoya to Suwa?

The fastest way to get from Nagoya to Suwa is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct bus between Nagoya and Suwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Nagoya to Suwa. However, there are services departing from Meitetsu Bus Center and arriving at Matsumoto Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Nagoya and Suwa?

No, there is no direct train from Nagoya to Suwa. However, there are services departing from Chikusa and arriving at Kami-Suwa via Shiojiri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Nagoya to Suwa?

The distance between Nagoya and Suwa is 185 km. The road distance is 182 km.

How do I travel from Nagoya to Suwa without a car?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Suwa without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Nagoya to Suwa?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Nagoya to Suwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Suwa bus from?

Nagoya to Suwa bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Suwa train from?

Nagoya to Suwa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Chikusa station.

Train or bus from Nagoya to Suwa?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Suwa is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3900 - ¥8000 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Nagoya to Suwa bus arrive?

Nagoya to Suwa bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Matsumoto Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Nagoya to Suwa train arrive?

Nagoya to Suwa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shiojiri station.

Can I drive from Nagoya to Suwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagoya to Suwa is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Nagoya to Suwa.

Where can I stay near Suwa?

There are 211+ hotels available in Suwa.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chikusa to Shiojiritrain Shinano 23 / ...
2h 46m
Drive 182 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagoya to Suwacar 182 km
2h 43m
¥3,127–4,516
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminalbus
4h 33m
¥3,950–7,795

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Distance: 184.8 km
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Nagoya, Japan and Suwa, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Chikusa to Shiojiri hourly, and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,400–7,000 and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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