What is the cheapest way to get from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō?

The cheapest way to get from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō is to drive which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō?

The fastest way to get from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥11000 - ¥14000.

Is there a direct train between Zaō Onsen and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Kaminoyamaonsen and arriving at Nikko via Utsunomiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō?

The distance between Zaō Onsen and Nikkō is 277 km. The road distance is 226.4 km.

How do I travel from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō without a car?

The best way to get from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥11000 - ¥14000.

How long does it take to get from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaō Onsen to Nikkō train from?

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

Where does the Zaō Onsen to Nikkō train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaō Onsen to Nikkō is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 243+ hotels available in Nikkō.

Zaō Onsen to Nikkō - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Zaō Onsen to Nikkō by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kaminoyamaonsen to Utsunomiyatrain Tsubasa
2. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Nikkotrain [16011] JR Nikko / ...
3h 21m
¥11,242–13,836
Drive 226.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zaō Onsen to Nikkōcar 226.4 km
3h 34m
¥3,869–5,589
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Zao Onsen Bus Terminal to Sendai Station East exitbus
2. Take the train from Sendai to Utsunomiyatrain
3. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Nikkotrain
4h 17m
¥4,866–6,800

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Distance: 277.2 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Zaō Onsen, Japan and Nikkō, Japan?

You can take a vehicle from Zaō Onsen to Nikko via Kaminoyamaonsen and Utsunomiya in around 3h 21m.

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