What is the cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Hotaka?

The cheapest way to get from Nagoya to Hotaka is to drive which costs ¥3400 - ¥5000 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagoya to Hotaka?

The fastest way to get from Nagoya to Hotaka is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥5000 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct train between Nagoya and Hotaka?

No, there is no direct train from Nagoya to Hotaka. However, there are services departing from Chikusa and arriving at Hotaka via Matsumoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Nagoya to Hotaka?

The distance between Nagoya and Hotaka is 194 km. The road distance is 198.6 km.

How do I travel from Nagoya to Hotaka without a car?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Hotaka without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥5000 - ¥9500.

How long does it take to get from Nagoya to Hotaka?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Nagoya to Hotaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagoya to Hotaka train from?

Nagoya to Hotaka train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Chikusa station.

Train or bus from Nagoya to Hotaka?

The best way to get from Nagoya to Hotaka is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥5000 - ¥9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥10000 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Nagoya to Hotaka train arrive?

Nagoya to Hotaka train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Matsumoto station.

Can I drive from Nagoya to Hotaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagoya to Hotaka is 199 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Nagoya to Hotaka.

Where can I stay near Hotaka?

There are 291+ hotels available in Hotaka.

Nagoya to Hotaka - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Nagoya to Hotaka by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chikusa to Matsumototrain Shinano
2. Take the train from Matsumoto to Hotakatrain [12666] Jr Oito / ...
3h 4m
¥5,246–9,077
Drive 198.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagoya to Hotakacar 198.6 km
3h 12m
¥3,408–4,922
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminalbus
4h 26m
¥3,700–9,600

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nagoya to Hotaka.

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Distance: 194.2 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Nagoya, Japan and Hotaka, Japan?

You can take a train from Chikusa to Hotaka via Matsumoto in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,400–7,500 and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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