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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Takayama to Kusatsu

Composite routes from Takayama to Kusatsu

Cheapest
2 h 55 min
Car
180 km.
from $9
Other
6 h 24 min
Train, Bus
132 km.
from $118.14
7 h 22 min
Bus, Train
131 km.
from $80.55
9 h 25 min
132 km.
from $121.37

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Toyama to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$43.48–$65.22

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Takayama to Toyama
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17
Train from Matsumoto to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.13–$22.83

Japan Railways (JR)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/index.html
Train from Matsumoto to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.33

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Matsumoto to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.98–$8.70

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.33–$42.39
Bus from Kamikochi BT to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.04

Nagaden Bus

Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Nagano to Kusatsu
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.11

Tokyu Bus

Phone:
03-6412-0190
Website:
tokyubus.co.jp/
Bus from 軽井沢駅北口（２番のりば） to 草津温泉
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.46

Seibu bus

Website:
seibubus.co.jp
Bus from 軽井沢駅北口（２番のりば） to 草津温泉
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$5.43–$8.15

Kusakaru Kotsu

Website:
kkkg.co.jp/
Bus from 軽井沢駅北口（２番のりば） to 草津温泉
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$16.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Takayama to Kusatsu?

The cheapest way to get from Takayama to Kusatsu is to drive which costs $18.48 - $28.26 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Takayama to Kusatsu?

The fastest way to get from Takayama to Kusatsu is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Takayama and Kusatsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Takayama to Kusatsu. However, there are services departing from Furui Machinami-guchi and arriving at Kusatsu Onsen Bus Terminal via Hirayu Onsen, Kamikochi BT and Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Takayama to Kusatsu?

The distance between Takayama and Kusatsu is 379 km. The road distance is 181.2 km.

How do I travel from Takayama to Kusatsu without a car?

The best way to get from Takayama to Kusatsu without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $59.78 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Takayama to Kusatsu?

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Takayama to Kusatsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Takayama to Kusatsu bus from?

Takayama to Kusatsu bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Kamikochi BT station.

Where does the Takayama to Kusatsu bus arrive?

Takayama to Kusatsu bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Takayama to Kusatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Takayama to Kusatsu is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Takayama to Kusatsu.

Where can I stay near Kusatsu?

There are 293+ hotels available in Kusatsu. Prices start at $54.68 per night.
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