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

The cheapest way to get from Ueda to Nikkō is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4400 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ueda to Nikkō is to drive which takes 3h and costs ¥2900 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct train between Ueda and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Ueda to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Ueda and arriving at Nikko via Ōmiya and Utsunomiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Ueda to Nikkō?

The distance between Ueda and Nikkō is 278 km. The road distance is 174.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ueda to Nikkō without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Ueda to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueda to Nikkō train from?

Ueda to Nikkō train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Ueda station.

Where does the Ueda to Nikkō train arrive?

Ueda to Nikkō train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Ueda to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueda to Nikkō is 174 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Ueda to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 284+ hotels available in Nikkō.

Ueda to Nikkō - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ueda to Nikkō by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ueda to Ōmiyatrain
2. Take the train from Ōmiya to Utsunomiyatrain
3. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Nikkotrain
4h
¥4,213–5,549
Drive 174.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ueda to Nikkōcar 174.1 km
3h
¥2,992–4,322
Train via Takasaki
1. Take the train from Ueda to Takasakitrain
2. Take the train from 高崎 Takasaki to 栃木 Tochigitrain
3. Take the train from 栃木 Tochigi to 東武日光 Tobu-nikkotrain Tn
4h 7m
¥3,197–4,586

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Distance: 277.7 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Ueda to Nikko via Ōmiya and Utsunomiya in around 4h.

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