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

The cheapest way to get from Sōka to Nikkō is to train via Kuki which costs ¥1700 - ¥2700 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sōka to Nikkō is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct train between Sōka and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Sōka to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from 草加 Soka and arriving at 東武日光 Tobu-nikko via 春日部 Kasukabe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Sōka to Nikkō?

The distance between Sōka and Nikkō is 118 km. The road distance is 127.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sōka to Nikkō without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2700.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Sōka to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sōka to Nikkō train from?

Sōka to Nikkō train services, operated by Tobu Railway, depart from 春日部 Kasukabe station.

Where does the Sōka to Nikkō train arrive?

Sōka to Nikkō train services, operated by Tobu Railway, arrive at 東武日光 Tobu-nikko station.

Can I drive from Sōka to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Sōka to Nikkō is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Sōka to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 283+ hotels available in Nikkō.

Sōka to Nikkō - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sōka to Nikkō by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 春日部 Kasukabe to 東武日光 Tobu-nikkotrain Tn
1h 58m
¥1,693–2,642
Drive 127.9 km
1. Drive from Sōka to Nikkōcar 127.9 km
1h 38m
¥2,223–3,211
Train via Kuki
1. Take the train from Soka to Minami-Kurihashitrain [42152] Tobu Skytree Line Exp. / ...
2. Take the train from 南栗橋 Minami-kurihashi to 東武日光 Tobu-nikkotrain Tn / ...
2h 44m
¥1,721–2,686
Train #2
1. Take the train from Kita-senju to Tōbu-nikkōtrain Spacia X / ...
2h 50m

Sōka to Nikkō by train

209Weekly Trains

1h 58mAverage Duration

¥1,693Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.2 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

Tobu Railway operates a train from 春日部 Kasukabe to 東武日光 Tobu-nikko hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,400–2,200 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Tobu Railway Limited Express also services this route hourly.

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