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

The cheapest way to get from Takayama to Kusatsu is to drive which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Takayama to Kusatsu is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs ¥3800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Takayama and Kusatsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Takayama to Kusatsu station. However, there are services departing from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal and arriving at Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Takayama and Kusatsu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Takayama and arriving at Kusatsu. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Takayama to Kusatsu?

The distance between Takayama and Kusatsu is 231 km. The road distance is 221.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Takayama to Kusatsu without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs .

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

The train from Takayama to Kusatsu takes 3h 28m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Takayama to Kusatsu bus from?

Takayama to Kusatsu bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, depart from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Takayama to Kusatsu train from?

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

Train or bus from Takayama to Kusatsu?

The best way to get from Takayama to Kusatsu is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6500 - ¥8500 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Takayama to Kusatsu bus arrive?

Takayama to Kusatsu bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, arrive at Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate.

Where does the Takayama to Kusatsu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Takayama to Kusatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Takayama to Kusatsu is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Takayama to Kusatsu.

Where can I stay near Kusatsu?

There are 3682+ hotels available in Kusatsu.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Takayama to Kusatsutrain Hida 36
3h 28m
Drive 221.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Takayama to Kusatsucar 221.6 km
3h 10m
¥3,848–5,558
Bus
1. Take the bus from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo Gatebus Takayama
4h 41m
¥6,688–8,378

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Distance: 230.6 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Takayama to Kusatsu once daily, and the journey takes 3h 28m. Alternatively, Nohi Bus operates a bus from Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate twice daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–8,000 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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