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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Suwa to Nikko

Composite routes from Suwa to Nikko

Cheapest
3 h 29 min
Car
256 km.
from $14
Other
4 h 50 min
156 km.
from $82.39
6 h 28 min
Bus, Train
155 km.
from $42.97
5 h 8 min
156 km.
from $101.74
8 h 16 min
156 km.
from $89.59

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Ōmiya to Utsunomiya
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.14–$39.38

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kami-Suwa to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.38–$54.63
Train from Shinjuku Station to Tōbu-nikkō
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.49–$43.19

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Ōmiya to Utsunomiya
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.89–$12.70
Train from Utsunomiya to Nikko
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.21–$6.99

Tobu Railway

Phone:
03-5962-0102
Website:
tobu.co.jp/foreign/en/
Train from Kita-Senju to Tobu-Nikko
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.97–$21.60

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Kamisuwa Station to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.32

JR Bus Kanto

Phone:
0570-048905
Website:
jrbuskanto.co.jp.e.wn.hp.transer.com/
Bus from Kamisuwa Station to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.22–$48.27
Bus from Akabane to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.22–$47.00

Tobu bus

Phone:
03-4405-5370
Website:
tobu-bus.com/en/
Bus from Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Tobu-Nikko
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Suwa to Nikkō is to drive which costs $28.26 - $41.30 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Suwa to Nikkō is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $28.26 - $41.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Suwa and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct bus from Suwa to Nikkō station. However, there are services departing from Akabane and arriving at Tobu-Nikko Station via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and Haneda Airport Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Suwa and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Suwa to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Kami-Suwa and arriving at Nikko via Shinjuku Station, Ōmiya and Utsunomiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Suwa to Nikkō?

The distance between Suwa and Nikkō is 333 km. The road distance is 263.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Suwa to Nikkō without a car is to train via Utsunomiya which takes 4h 50m and costs $48.91 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Suwa to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Suwa to Nikkō bus from?

Suwa to Nikkō bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Akabane station.

Where do I catch the Suwa to Nikkō train from?

Suwa to Nikkō train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Kami-Suwa station.

Train or bus from Suwa to Nikkō?

The best way to get from Suwa to Nikkō is to train via Utsunomiya which takes 4h 50m and costs $48.91 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $53.26 - $76.09 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Suwa to Nikkō bus arrive?

Suwa to Nikkō bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Suwa to Nikkō train arrive?

Suwa to Nikkō train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shinjuku Station.

Can I drive from Suwa to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Suwa to Nikkō is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Suwa to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 193+ hotels available in Nikkō. Prices start at $50.82 per night.
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