What is the cheapest way to get from Suwa to Takayama?

The cheapest way to get from Suwa to Takayama is to drive which costs ¥1900 - ¥2800 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Suwa to Takayama?

The fastest way to get from Suwa to Takayama is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2800.

Is there a direct bus between Suwa and Takayama?

No, there is no direct bus from Suwa to Takayama. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Takayama Nohi Bus Center via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Suwa and Takayama?

No, there is no direct train from Suwa to Takayama. However, there are services departing from Kami-Suwa and arriving at Takayama via Shiojiri, Tajimi and Mino-Ōta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Suwa to Takayama?

The distance between Suwa and Takayama is 118 km. The road distance is 111 km.

How do I travel from Suwa to Takayama without a car?

The best way to get from Suwa to Takayama without a car is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs ¥1400 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Suwa to Takayama?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Suwa to Takayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Suwa to Takayama bus from?

Suwa to Takayama bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Matsumoto Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Suwa to Takayama train from?

Suwa to Takayama train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shiojiri station.

Train or bus from Suwa to Takayama?

The best way to get from Suwa to Takayama is to bus which takes 3h 58m and costs ¥1400 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Suwa to Takayama bus arrive?

Suwa to Takayama bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Takayama Nohi Bus Center station.

Where does the Suwa to Takayama train arrive?

Suwa to Takayama train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tajimi station.

Can I drive from Suwa to Takayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Suwa to Takayama is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Suwa to Takayama.

Where can I stay near Takayama?

There are 366+ hotels available in Takayama.

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There are 3 ways to get from Suwa to Takayama by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Takayama Nohi Bus Centerbus Takayama
3h 58m
¥1,477–5,165
Train
1. Take the train from Shiojiri to Tajimitrain Shinano 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Mino-Ōta to Takayamatrain Hida 25 / ...
5h 35m
Drive 111 km
1. Drive from Suwa to Takayamacar 111 km
1h 45m
¥1,929–2,785

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Distance: 118.1 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Suwa, Japan and Takayama, Japan?

ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Takayama Nohi Bus Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥900–4,400 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kami-Suwa to Takayama via Shiojiri, Tajimi, and Mino-Ōta in around 5h 35m.

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