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

The cheapest way to get from Ueda to Takayama is to drive which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ueda to Takayama is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct train between Ueda and Takayama?

No, there is no direct train from Ueda to Takayama. However, there are services departing from Ueda and arriving at Takayama via Toyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Ueda to Takayama?

The distance between Ueda and Takayama is 292 km. The road distance is 130 km.

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

The best way to get from Ueda to Takayama without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs ¥8500 - ¥13000.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Ueda to Takayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueda to Takayama train from?

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

Train or bus from Ueda to Takayama?

The best way to get from Ueda to Takayama is to train which takes 4h and costs ¥8500 - ¥13000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8500 - ¥14000 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Ueda to Takayama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ueda to Takayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueda to Takayama is 130 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Ueda to Takayama.

Where can I stay near Takayama?

There are 311+ hotels available in Takayama.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ueda to Takayama 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 ToyamaHakutaka
2. Take the train from Toyama to TakayamaHida
4h
¥8,709–12,410
Drive 130 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ueda to Takayama130 km
2h 15m
¥2,198–3,174
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shinonoi to MatsumotoShinano
2. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Takayama Nohi Bus CenterTakayama
5h 2m
¥2,967–8,143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nagano to Taisho Pond
2. Take the bus from Hirayu Onsen to Furui Machinami-guchi
6h 14m
¥8,927–13,887

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 291.9 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Ueda to Takayama via Toyama in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ueda to Furui Machinami-guchi via Nagano, Nagano, Taishoike, and Hirayu Onsen in around 6h 14m.

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