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

The cheapest way to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥800 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya is to drive which takes 33 min and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

Is there a direct train between Nikkō and Utsunomiya?

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

How far is it from Nikkō to Utsunomiya?

The distance between Nikkō and Utsunomiya is 41 km. The road distance is 35.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs ¥650 - ¥900.

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

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

Where do I catch the Nikkō to Utsunomiya train from?

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

Where does the Nikkō to Utsunomiya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nikkō to Utsunomiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Nikkō to Utsunomiya is 36 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Nikkō to Utsunomiya.

Where can I stay near Utsunomiya?

There are 109+ hotels available in Utsunomiya.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Nikkō to Utsunomiya 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
43 min
¥650–900
Drive 35.6 km
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1. Drive from Nikkō to Utsunomiyacar 35.6 km
33 min
¥541–782
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nikkō to Utsunomiyataxi 35.6 km
33 min
¥19,000–24,000

Nikkō to Utsunomiya by train

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43 minAverage Duration

¥650Cheapest Price

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Distance: 40.5 km
Duration: 43 min

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

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

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