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

The cheapest way to get from Nikkō to Zao is to drive which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nikkō to Zao is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs ¥8000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Nikkō and Zao?

No, there is no direct train from Nikkō to Zao. However, there are services departing from 日光 Nikkō and arriving at Shiroishi-Zaō via Utsunomiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Nikkō to Zao?

The distance between Nikkō and Zao is 232 km. The road distance is 215.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nikkō to Zao without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs ¥8000 - ¥11000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Nikkō to Zao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nikkō to Zao train from?

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

Where does the Nikkō to Zao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nikkō to Zao?

Yes, the driving distance between Nikkō to Zao is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Nikkō to Zao.

Where can I stay near Zao?

There are 226+ hotels available in Zao.

Nikkō to Zao - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Nikkō to Zao by train or car

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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 / ...
2. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Shiroishi-Zaōtrain Yamabiko
2h 44m
¥7,977–10,292
Drive 215.6 km
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1. Drive from Nikkō to Zaocar 215.6 km
2h 45m
¥3,734–5,393

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Distance: 231.7 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Nikkō, Japan and Zao, Miyagi, Japan?

You can take a train from 日光 Nikkō to Zao via Utsunomiya and Shiroishi-Zaō in around 2h 44m.

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