What is the cheapest way to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle is to train which costs ¥650 - ¥900 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle?

The fastest way to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle is to drive which takes 34 min and costs ¥600 - ¥950.

Is there a direct train between Nikkō and Utsunomiya Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 日光 Nikkō and arriving at 宇都宮 Utsunomiya. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle?

The distance between Nikkō and Utsunomiya Castle is 42 km. The road distance is 36.9 km.

How do I travel from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥650 - ¥900.

How long does it take to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle?

The train from 日光 Nikkō to 宇都宮 Utsunomiya takes 43 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle train from?

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

Where does the Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle is 37 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle.

Where can I stay near Utsunomiya Castle?

There are 125+ hotels available in Utsunomiya Castle.

Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castle by train, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from 日光 Nikkō to 宇都宮 Utsunomiyatrain JR日光線 JR Nikkō Line / ...
1h 5m
¥650–900
Drive 36.9 km
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1. Drive from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castlecar 36.9 km
34 min
¥636–918
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nikkō to Utsunomiya Castletaxi 36.9 km
34 min
¥15,000–19,000

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Distance: 42.4 km
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Nikkō, Japan and Utsunomiya Castle, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 日光 Nikkō to 宇都宮 Utsunomiya every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥650–900 and the journey takes 43 min.

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