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

The cheapest way to get from Narita to Nikkō is to drive which costs ¥2400 - ¥3600 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Narita to Nikkō is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct train between Narita and Nikkō?

No, there is no direct train from Narita to Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Keisei-Narita and arriving at Tōbu-nikkō via Nippori and Kita-senju. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Narita to Nikkō?

The distance between Narita and Nikkō is 193 km. The road distance is 143.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Narita to Nikkō without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Narita to Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Narita to Nikkō train from?

Narita to Nikkō train services, operated by Keisei Electric Railway, depart from Keisei-Narita station.

Train or bus from Narita to Nikkō?

The best way to get from Narita to Nikkō is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5050 - ¥5200 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Narita to Nikkō train arrive?

Narita to Nikkō train services, operated by Keisei Electric Railway, arrive at Nippori station.

Can I drive from Narita to Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Narita to Nikkō is 144 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Narita to Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Nikkō?

There are 238+ hotels available in Nikkō.

Narita to Nikkō - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Narita to Nikkō 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 Keisei-Narita to NipporiKeisei Main Line Commuter Express / ...
2. Take the train from Kita-senju to Tōbu-nikkōSpacia X / ...
3h 30m
Drive 143.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Narita to Nikkō143.9 km
2h 33m
¥2,449–3,538
Bus
1. Take the bus from Narita Airport Terminal 1 to JR Nikko Station
4h 55m
¥5,087–5,177
Train via Abiko(Chiba)
1. Take the train from Narita to Abiko(Chiba)[11795] JR Narita
2. Take the train from Kita-senju to Tōbu-nikkōSpacia X / ...
3h 52m
Train via Kasukabe
1. Take the train from Keisei-Narita to Keisei-Funabashi
2. Take the train from Funabashi to Kasukabe
3. Take the train from Kasukabe to Tōbu-nikkō
5h 6m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 193.4 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Keisei-Narita to Tōbu-nikkō via Nippori and Kita-senju in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, Kanto Jidosha operates a bus from Narita Airport Terminal 1 to JR Nikko Station twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,800 and the journey takes 3h 46m.

Train operators

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