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

The cheapest way to get from Nikkō to Matsushima is to drive which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nikkō to Matsushima is to train which takes 3h and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Nikkō and Matsushima?

No, there is no direct train from Nikkō to Matsushima. However, there are services departing from 日光 Nikkō and arriving at Matsushima via Utsunomiya and Sendai(Miyagi/Jr). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Nikkō to Matsushima?

The distance between Nikkō and Matsushima is 281 km. The road distance is 267.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nikkō to Matsushima without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Nikkō to Matsushima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nikkō to Matsushima train from?

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

Where does the Nikkō to Matsushima train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nikkō to Matsushima?

Yes, the driving distance between Nikkō to Matsushima is 267 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Nikkō to Matsushima.

Where can I stay near Matsushima?

There are 260+ hotels available in Matsushima.

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

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

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Train
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 Sendaitrain Yamabiko
3h
¥4,207–5,592
Drive 267.4 km
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1. Drive from Nikkō to Matsushimacar 267.4 km
3h 32m
¥4,066–5,873
Train via Sendai
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 Sendaitrain Yamabiko
3h 52m
¥4,207–5,592

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Distance: 280.7 km
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from 日光 Nikkō to Matsushima via Utsunomiya and Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) in around 3h.

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