What is the cheapest way to get from Sōka to Nagano?

The cheapest way to get from Sōka to Nagano is to train which costs ¥3300 - ¥4600 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sōka to Nagano?

The fastest way to get from Sōka to Nagano is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct bus between Sōka and Nagano?

No, there is no direct bus from Sōka to Nagano. However, there are services departing from 西新井駅前 and arriving at Nagano Bus Terminal via Ikebukuro Eki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Sōka and Nagano?

No, there is no direct train from Sōka to Nagano. However, there are services departing from 草加 Soka and arriving at Nagano via Kasukabe and Omiya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Sōka to Nagano?

The distance between Sōka and Nagano is 226 km. The road distance is 223.7 km.

How do I travel from Sōka to Nagano without a car?

The best way to get from Sōka to Nagano without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4600.

How long does it take to get from Sōka to Nagano?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Sōka to Nagano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sōka to Nagano bus from?

Sōka to Nagano bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Ikebukuro Eki station.

Where do I catch the Sōka to Nagano train from?

Sōka to Nagano train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Omiya Station.

Train or bus from Sōka to Nagano?

The best way to get from Sōka to Nagano is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4600. Alternatively, you can bus via Ikebukuro Eki, which costs ¥4500 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Sōka to Nagano bus arrive?

Sōka to Nagano bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Nagano Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Sōka to Nagano train arrive?

Sōka to Nagano train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Sōka to Nagano?

Yes, the driving distance between Sōka to Nagano is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Sōka to Nagano.

Where can I stay near Nagano?

There are 265+ hotels available in Nagano.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sōka to Nagano by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Omiya Station to Naganotrain Hakutaka / ...
2h 48m
¥3,343–4,532
Bus via Ikebukuro Eki
1. Take the bus from Ikebukuro Eki to Nagano Bus Terminalbus
5h 51m
¥4,534–5,898
Drive 223.7 km
1. Drive from Sōka to Naganocar 223.7 km
3h 3m
¥3,882–5,607
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ikebukuro Station East Exit to Nagano Bus Terminalbus
5h 59m
¥4,534–8,398

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Distance: 225.8 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Sōka, Japan and Nagano, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Omiya Station to Nagano hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,800–3,700 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, Nagaden Bus operates a bus from Ikebukuro Eki to Nagano Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,200–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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