What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Nikkō Station?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Nikkō Station is to train via Kuki which costs ¥1800 - ¥2300 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Nikkō Station?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Nikkō Station is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Nikkō Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shinjuku Station station and arriving at Tōbu-nikkō. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Nikkō Station?

The distance between Tokyo and Nikkō Station is 136 km. The road distance is 142.6 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Nikkō Station without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Nikkō Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2700.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Nikkō Station?

The train from Shinjuku Station to Tōbu-nikkō takes 1h 57m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Nikkō Station train from?

Tokyo to Nikkō Station train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Shinjuku Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Nikkō Station train arrive?

Tokyo to Nikkō Station train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōbu-nikkō station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Nikkō Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Nikkō Station is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Tokyo to Nikkō Station.

Where can I stay near Nikkō Station?

There are 282+ hotels available in Nikkō Station.

Tokyo to Nikkō Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Nikkō Station by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Tōbu-nikkōtrain SPACIA Nikko
2h 1m
¥2,000–2,700
Train via Kuki
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 栗橋 Kurihashitrain Ju / ...
2. Take the train from 栗橋 Kurihashi to 東武日光 Tobu-nikkotrain Tn / ...
3h 26m
¥1,819–2,303
Drive 142.6 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Nikkō Stationcar 142.6 km
1h 53m
¥2,384–3,443
Train via Kita-senju
1. Take the train from Kita-senju to Tōbu-nikkōtrain Spacia X / ...
3h 2m
Train via Utsunomiya
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 宇都宮 Utsunomiyatrain Ju / ...
2. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Nikkotrain [16011] JR Nikko / ...
3h 13m
¥2,313–3,053

Tokyo to Nikkō Station by train and foot

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.6 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Nikkō Station, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Tōbu-nikkō once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,000–2,700 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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