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

The cheapest way to get from Nikkō to Obuse is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4500 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nikkō to Obuse is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct train between Nikkō and Obuse?

No, there is no direct train from Nikkō to Obuse. However, there are services departing from Nikko and arriving at Obuse via Utsunomiya, Ōmiya and Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Nikkō to Obuse?

The distance between Nikkō and Obuse is 328 km. The road distance is 186.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nikkō to Obuse without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs ¥8000 - ¥16000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Nikkō to Obuse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nikkō to Obuse train from?

Nikkō to Obuse train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Nikko station.

Where does the Nikkō to Obuse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nikkō to Obuse?

Yes, the driving distance between Nikkō to Obuse is 186 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Nikkō to Obuse.

Where can I stay near Obuse?

There are 469+ hotels available in Obuse.

Nikkō to Obuse - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nikkō to Obuse by train 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 Nikko to Utsunomiyatrain
2. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Ōmiyatrain
3. Take the train from Ōmiya to Naganotrain
3h 46m
¥7,977–15,192
Drive 186.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nikkō to Obusecar 186.4 km
3h 27m
¥3,099–4,476
Train via Takasaki
1. Take the train from Tōbu-nikkō to Tochigitrain
2. Take the train from Tochigi to Takasakitrain
3. Take the train from Takasaki to Naganotrain
5h 5m
¥6,541–12,024
Train via Takasaki #2
1. Take the train from Ashio to Kiryutrain
2. Take the train from Kiryu to Takasakitrain
3. Take the train from Takasaki to Naganotrain
6h 33m
¥6,430–10,600

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 328.3 km
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Nikko to Obuse via Utsunomiya, Ōmiya, and Nagano in around 3h 46m.

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