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

The cheapest way to get from Takayama to Gifu is to drive which costs ¥4600 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Takayama to Gifu is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Takayama and Gifu?

No, there is no direct bus from Takayama to Gifu. However, there are services departing from Nagano and arriving at Meitetsu Gifu via Taishoike, Hirayu Onsen and Takayama Nohi Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Takayama and Gifu?

No, there is no direct train from Takayama to Gifu. However, there are services departing from Suzaka and arriving at Meitetsu Gifu via Nagano and Meitetsu Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Takayama to Gifu?

The distance between Takayama and Gifu is 299 km. The road distance is 270.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Takayama to Gifu without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Takayama to Gifu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Takayama to Gifu bus from?

Takayama to Gifu bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Nagano station.

Where do I catch the Takayama to Gifu train from?

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

Train or bus from Takayama to Gifu?

The best way to get from Takayama to Gifu is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥18000 - ¥27000 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Takayama to Gifu bus arrive?

Takayama to Gifu bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Taisho Pond station.

Where does the Takayama to Gifu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Takayama to Gifu?

Yes, the driving distance between Takayama to Gifu is 270 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Takayama to Gifu.

Where can I stay near Gifu?

There are 275+ hotels available in Gifu.

Takayama to Gifu - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagano to Nagoyatrain Shinano 12 / ...
5h 11m
Drive 270.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Takayama to Gifucar 270.2 km
4h 6m
¥4,678–6,757
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nagano to Taisho Pondbus
2. Take the bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Meitetsu Gifubus Takayama
8h 34m
¥18,815–26,290

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Distance: 299.5 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Takayama, Nagano, Japan and Gifu, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Nagano to Nagoya hourly, and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Takayama to Meitetsu Gifu via Nagano, Taishoike, Hirayu Onsen, and Takayama Nohi Bus Center in around 8h 34m.

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