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

The cheapest way to get from Nikkō to Tōno is to train which costs ¥6000 - ¥9000 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nikkō to Tōno is to drive which takes 5h 15m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Nikkō and Tōno?

No, there is no direct train from Nikkō to Tōno. However, there are services departing from Nikko and arriving at Tono via Utsunomiya and Shin-Hanamaki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Nikkō to Tōno?

The distance between Nikkō and Tōno is 435 km. The road distance is 400.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nikkō to Tōno without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Nikkō to Tōno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nikkō to Tōno train from?

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

Where does the Nikkō to Tōno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nikkō to Tōno?

Yes, the driving distance between Nikkō to Tōno is 401 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Nikkō to Tōno.

Where can I stay near Tōno?

There are eight+ hotels available in Tōno.

Nikkō to Tōno - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Nikkō to Tōno by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Nikko to Utsunomiyatrain
2. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Shin-Hanamakitrain
3. Take the train from Shin-Hanamaki to Tonotrain
5h 45m
¥6,327–8,792
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nikko to Utsunomiyatrain
2. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Sendaitrain
3. Take the bus from Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center to Osano Eki-Maebus
9h 21m
¥7,727–9,192
Drive 400.7 km
1. Drive from Nikkō to Tōnocar 400.7 km
5h 15m
¥6,960–10,053

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Distance: 434.7 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Nikkō, Japan and Tōno, Iwate, Japan?

You can take a train from Nikko to Tono via Utsunomiya and Shin-Hanamaki in around 5h 45m.

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