What is the cheapest way to get from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko?

The cheapest way to get from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko is to drive which costs ¥3400 - ¥5000 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko?

The fastest way to get from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs ¥3400 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct bus between Utsunomiya and Kawaguchiko?

No, there is no direct bus from Utsunomiya station to Kawaguchiko. However, there are services departing from Tobu Utsunomiya Station and arriving at Kawaguchiko Sta. via Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal and Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Utsunomiya and Kawaguchiko?

No, there is no direct train from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko. However, there are services departing from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya and arriving at 河口湖 Kawaguchiko via Tōkyō Station, 高尾 Takao and 大月 Otsuki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko?

The distance between Utsunomiya and Kawaguchiko is 197 km. The road distance is 200.1 km.

How do I travel from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko without a car?

The best way to get from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 55m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6500.

How long does it take to get from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko bus from?

Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko bus services, operated by Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Tobu Utsunomiya Station.

Where do I catch the Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko train from?

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

Train or bus from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko?

The best way to get from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko is to train via Sagamihara which takes 5h 1m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko bus arrive?

Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko bus services, operated by Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko train arrive?

Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko?

Yes, the driving distance between Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko.

Where can I stay near Kawaguchiko?

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Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ju
2. Take the bus from Omiya Station West Exit to Kawaguchikobus
4h 55m
¥4,529–6,298
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to Tōkyō Stationtrain Ju
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ōtsukitrain
3. Take the train from 大月 Otsuki to 河口湖 Kawaguchikotrain Fj
5h 16m
¥3,433–5,253
Train via Sagamihara
1. Take the train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to Tōkyō Stationtrain Ju
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 高尾 Takaotrain Jc
3. Take the train from 大月 Otsuki to 河口湖 Kawaguchikotrain Fj
5h 1m
¥3,533–5,453
Drive 200.1 km
1. Drive from Utsunomiya to Kawaguchikocar 200.1 km
2h 40m
¥3,464–5,004
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tobu Utsunomiya Station to Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kawaguchiko Sta.bus
5h 59m

Utsunomiya to Kawaguchiko by train and bus

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Utsunomiya, Japan and Kawaguchiko, Japan?

You can take a train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to 河口湖 Kawaguchiko via Tōkyō Station, 高尾 Takao, 大月 Ōtsuki, and 大月 Otsuki in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tobu Utsunomiya Station to Kawaguchiko Sta. via Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal and Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal in around 5h 59m.

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