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

The cheapest way to get from Numata to Suwa is to drive which costs ¥2400 - ¥3600 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Numata to Suwa is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct train between Numata and Suwa?

No, there is no direct train from Numata to Suwa. However, there are services departing from Numata and arriving at Kami-Suwa via Takasaki, Nagano and Matsumoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Numata to Suwa?

The distance between Numata and Suwa is 254 km. The road distance is 143.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Numata to Suwa without a car is to train via Nagano which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥6000 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Numata to Suwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Numata to Suwa train from?

Numata to Suwa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Numata station.

Train or bus from Numata to Suwa?

The best way to get from Numata to Suwa is to train via Nagano which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥6000 - ¥14000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4300 - ¥8000 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Numata to Suwa train arrive?

Numata to Suwa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Takasaki station.

Can I drive from Numata to Suwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Numata to Suwa is 144 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Numata to Suwa.

Where can I stay near Suwa?

There are 276+ hotels available in Suwa.

Numata to Suwa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Numata to Suwa 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 via Nagano
best
1. Take the train from Numata to Takasaki
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Nagano
3. Take the train from Nagano to Matsumoto
3h 41m
¥6,190–13,509
Drive 143.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Numata to Suwa143.7 km
2h 42m
¥2,438–3,522
Bus
1. Take the bus from 渋川駅（２番のりば） to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal新宿～伊香保・草津
2. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kamisuwa
6h 57m
¥4,338–7,723
Train
1. Take the train from Numata to Takasaki
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Sakudaira
3. Take the train from Saku-Daira to Kobuchizawa
5h 48m
¥4,990–9,509

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 254.4 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Numata, Gunma, Japan and Suwa, Japan?

You can take a train from Numata to Kami-Suwa via Takasaki, Nagano, and Matsumoto in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Numata to Kamisuwa via Shibukawa, 渋川駅（２番のりば）, and Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal in around 6h 57m.

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