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

The cheapest way to get from Yamanashi to Nikkō is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4700 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yamanashi to Nikkō is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct train between Yamanashi and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Yamanashi to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Yamanashishi and arriving at Tōbu-nikkō via Shinjuku Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Yamanashi to Nikkō?

The distance between Yamanashi and Nikkō is 244 km. The road distance is 186.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Yamanashi to Nikkō without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs ¥3600 - ¥4900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Yamanashi to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yamanashi to Nikkō train from?

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

Where does the Yamanashi to Nikkō train arrive?

Yamanashi to Nikkō train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinjuku Station.

Can I drive from Yamanashi to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamanashi to Nikkō is 186 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Yamanashi to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 284+ hotels available in Nikkō.

Yamanashi to Nikkō - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Yamanashi to Nikkō by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yamanashishi to Shinjuku Stationtrain Kaiji / ...
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Tōbu-nikkōtrain SPACIA Nikko
4h 24m
¥3,651–4,838
Drive 186.2 km
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1. Drive from Yamanashi to Nikkōcar 186.2 km
3h 39m
¥3,190–4,608
Train via Kuki
1. Take the train from Yamanashishi to Shinjuku Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kurihashitrain
3. Take the train from 栗橋 Kurihashi to 東武日光 Tobu-nikkotrain Tn
5h 18m
¥3,401–4,438
Train via Sagamihara
1. Take the train from 山梨市 Yamanashishi to 高尾 Takaotrain Co
2. Take the train from 高尾 Takao to Tōkyō Stationtrain Jc
3. Take the train from Kita-senju to Tōbu-nikkōtrain
5h 41m

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Distance: 244.4 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Yamanashishi to Tōbu-nikkō via Shinjuku Station in around 4h 24m.

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