What is the cheapest way to get from Shiki to Takayama?

The cheapest way to get from Shiki to Takayama is to drive which costs ¥4900 - ¥7500 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shiki to Takayama?

The fastest way to get from Shiki to Takayama is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct train between Shiki and Takayama?

No, there is no direct train from Shiki to Takayama. However, there are services departing from Kita-Asaka and arriving at Takayama via Musashi-Urawa, Ōmiya and Toyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Shiki to Takayama?

The distance between Shiki and Takayama is 291 km. The road distance is 287.5 km.

How do I travel from Shiki to Takayama without a car?

The best way to get from Shiki to Takayama without a car is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs ¥5000 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Shiki to Takayama?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Shiki to Takayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiki to Takayama train from?

Shiki to Takayama train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Ōmiya station.

Train or bus from Shiki to Takayama?

The best way to get from Shiki to Takayama is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs ¥5000 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥12000 - ¥18000 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Shiki to Takayama train arrive?

Shiki to Takayama train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Toyama station.

Can I drive from Shiki to Takayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiki to Takayama is 288 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Shiki to Takayama.

Where can I stay near Takayama?

There are 315+ hotels available in Takayama.

Shiki to Takayama - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Shiki to Takayama by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chuodo Hachioji to Takayama Nouhi Bus TerminalTakayama
4h 39m
¥5,301–10,731
Drive 287.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shiki to Takayama287.5 km
4h 26m
¥4,911–7,093
Train
1. Take the train from Ōmiya to ToyamaHakutaka / ...
2. Take the train from Toyama to TakayamaHida
5h 54m
¥12,219–17,683
Fly, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Toyama Airport (TOY)HND - TOY
2. Take the train from Toyama to Takayama
7h 26m
¥17,914–47,483
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tachikawa to MatsumotoAzusa
2. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Takayama Nohi Bus CenterTakayama
7h 18m
¥7,081–12,651

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Toyama Airport (TOY) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 1mAverage Duration

¥11,967Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291.1 km
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Shiki, Japan and Takayama, Japan?

Nouhi Bus operates a bus from Chuodo Hachioji to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥4,400–9,500 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kita-Asaka to Takayama via Musashi-Urawa, Ōmiya, and Toyama in around 5h 54m.

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