What is the cheapest way to get from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō?

The cheapest way to get from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō is to train which costs ¥650 - ¥900 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō?

The fastest way to get from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō is to drive which takes 34 min and costs ¥600 - ¥950.

Is there a direct train between Utsunomiya Castle and Nikkō?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya and arriving at 日光 Nikkō. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō?

The distance between Utsunomiya Castle and Nikkō is 42 km. The road distance is 37 km.

How do I travel from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō without a car?

The best way to get from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs ¥650 - ¥900.

How long does it take to get from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō?

The train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to 日光 Nikkō takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō train from?

Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya station.

Where does the Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō train arrive?

Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 日光 Nikkō station.

Can I drive from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō is 37 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 284+ hotels available in Nikkō.

Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkō by train, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to 日光 Nikkōtrain JR日光線 JR Nikkō Line / ...
1h 4m
¥650–900
Drive 37 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkōcar 37 km
34 min
¥637–920
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Utsunomiya Castle to Nikkōtaxi 37 km
34 min
¥15,000–19,000

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Distance: 42.4 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Utsunomiya Castle, Japan and Nikkō, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to 日光 Nikkō every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥650–900 and the journey takes 42 min.

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