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

The cheapest way to get from Ueda to Shiki is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ueda to Shiki is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct train between Ueda and Shiki?

No, there is no direct train from Ueda to Shiki. However, there are services departing from Ueda and arriving at Kita-Asaka via Ōmiya and Musashi-Urawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Ueda to Shiki?

The distance between Ueda and Shiki is 174 km. The road distance is 172.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ueda to Shiki without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Ueda to Shiki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueda to Shiki train from?

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

Train or bus from Ueda to Shiki?

The best way to get from Ueda to Shiki is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1700 - ¥4400 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Ueda to Shiki train arrive?

Ueda to Shiki train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Ueda to Shiki?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueda to Shiki is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Ueda to Shiki.

Where can I stay near Shiki?

There are 8080+ hotels available in Shiki.

Ueda to Shiki - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ueda to Shiki 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 Ueda to ŌmiyaHakutaka / ...
1h 46m
¥5,233–7,738
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 住吉［上田市］（のりば） to 練馬区役所前（おりば）池袋～上田
3h 39m
¥1,760–4,320
Drive 172.3 km
1. Drive from Ueda to Shiki172.3 km
2h 13m
¥2,931–4,234
Train via Takasaki
1. Take the train from Ueda to Takasaki
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Ogawamachi
3. Take the train from Ogawamachi(Saitama) to Shiki(Saitama)
2h 46m
¥4,748–7,198

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 173.5 km
Duration: 1h 46m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Ueda to Ōmiya hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,900–7,500 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, Express bus - Gunma Prefecture operates a bus from 住吉［上田市］（のりば） to 練馬区役所前（おりば） every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,400–3,800 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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