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

The cheapest way to get from Nikkō to Ōarai is to drive which costs ¥2000 - ¥3000 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nikkō to Ōarai is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct train between Nikkō and Ōarai?

No, there is no direct train from Nikkō to Ōarai. However, there are services departing from 東武日光 Tobu-nikko and arriving at 大洗 Ōarai via 栃木 Tochigi, Oyama(Tochigi) and 水戸 Mito. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Nikkō to Ōarai?

The distance between Nikkō and Ōarai is 139 km. The road distance is 119.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nikkō to Ōarai without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Nikkō to Ōarai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nikkō to Ōarai train from?

Nikkō to Ōarai train services, operated by Tobu Railway, depart from 東武日光 Tobu-nikko station.

Where does the Nikkō to Ōarai train arrive?

Nikkō to Ōarai train services, operated by Tobu Railway, arrive at 栃木 Tochigi station.

Can I drive from Nikkō to Ōarai?

Yes, the driving distance between Nikkō to Ōarai is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Nikkō to Ōarai.

Where can I stay near Ōarai?

There are 103+ hotels available in Ōarai.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 東武日光 Tobu-nikko to 栃木 Tochigitrain Tn / ...
2. Take the train from Oyama(Tochigi) to Mito(Ibaraki)train [15980] JR Mito / ...
4h 12m
¥2,132–3,249
Drive 119.2 km
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1. Drive from Nikkō to Ōaraicar 119.2 km
1h 36m
¥2,054–2,967

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Distance: 138.9 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from 東武日光 Tobu-nikko to 大洗 Ōarai via 栃木 Tochigi, Oyama(Tochigi), and 水戸 Mito in around 4h 12m.

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