What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō is to drive which costs ¥2400 - ¥3600 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Hotel Seikoen mae via Haneda Airport Terminal 2 and Tobu Nikko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?

The distance between Tokyo and Shrines and Temples of Nikkō is 151 km. The road distance is 145.2 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō without a car is to train via Utsunomiya which takes 2h 21m and costs ¥2600 - ¥7000.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō bus from?

Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō bus services, operated by Tobu bus, depart from Haneda Airport Terminal 2 station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō is to train via Utsunomiya which takes 2h 21m and costs ¥2600 - ¥7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5070 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō bus arrive?

Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō bus services, operated by Tobu bus, arrive at Tobu-Nikko Station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō.

Where can I stay near Shrines and Temples of Nikkō?

There are 237+ hotels available in Shrines and Temples of Nikkō.

Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of 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 via Utsunomiya
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to UtsunomiyaNasuno / ...
2. Take the train from Utsunomiya to Nikko[16011] JR Nikko
2h 21m
¥2,608–7,010
Drive 145.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō145.2 km
1h 57m
¥2,465–3,561
Bus
1. Take the bus from Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Tobu-Nikko Station
4h 59m
¥5,070
Train
1. Take the train from Kita-senju to Tōbu-nikkōSpacia X / ...
3h 17m

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Distance: 151.4 km
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Shrines and Temples of Nikkō, Japan?

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Shrines and Temples of Nikkō via Utsunomiya, Nikko, Tobu Nikko, and Hotel Seikoen mae in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, Tobu bus operates a bus from Haneda Airport Terminal 2 to Tobu-Nikko Station twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,350 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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