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

The cheapest way to get from Nikkō to Hiraizumi is to train via Sendai which costs ¥5000 - ¥7000 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nikkō to Hiraizumi is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct train between Nikkō and Hiraizumi?

No, there is no direct train from Nikkō to Hiraizumi. However, there are services departing from 日光 Nikkō and arriving at Hiraizumi via Utsunomiya and Ichinoseki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Nikkō to Hiraizumi?

The distance between Nikkō and Hiraizumi is 345 km. The road distance is 334.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nikkō to Hiraizumi without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Nikkō to Hiraizumi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nikkō to Hiraizumi train from?

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

Where does the Nikkō to Hiraizumi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nikkō to Hiraizumi?

Yes, the driving distance between Nikkō to Hiraizumi is 335 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Nikkō to Hiraizumi.

Where can I stay near Hiraizumi?

There are 39+ hotels available in Hiraizumi.

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

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

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1. Take the train from 日光 Nikkō to 宇都宮 Utsunomiyatrain JR日光線 JR Nikkō Line / ...
2. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Ichinosekitrain Yamabiko
4h 15m
¥5,137–7,182
Drive 334.7 km
1. Drive from Nikkō to Hiraizumicar 334.7 km
4h 11m
¥5,799–8,376
Train via Sendai
1. Take the train from 日光 Nikkō to 宇都宮 Utsunomiyatrain
2. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Sendaitrain
3. Take the train from Sendai to Ichinosekitrain
5h 24m
¥5,137–6,982

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Distance: 345.4 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from 日光 Nikkō to Hiraizumi via Utsunomiya and Ichinoseki in around 4h 15m.

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