How to travel from Nikko to Fujikawaguchiko, Japan

The distance between Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko is around 239km (148 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 10m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Nikko to Fujikawaguchiko by bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out FujikawaguchikoNikko if you're planning a return trip.

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Take the bus to Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit and then to Kawaguchiko Station.

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥5,200($38)
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Drive

Drive to Fujikawaguchiko.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Distance239km (148 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko

There are several options for getting from Nikko to Fujikawaguchiko by bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥5,200 ($38) and will take around 5h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥3,560 ($26).

The distance between Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko is around 239km (148 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 159km (99 miles)

It takes around 5h 30m to get from Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nikko to Fujikawaguchiko is to drive which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ¥3,560 ($26).

The cheapest way to travel between Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥5,200 ($38) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko. We recommend that you drive to Fujikawaguchiko. instead which will take 3h 10m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko. It typically takes around 5h 30m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Nikko to Fujikawaguchiko. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit and Kawaguchiko Station. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 5h 30m.

Tohoku Kyuko Bus, Fujikyuko Express Bus, Tobu bus and Sotetsu Bus run regular bus services between Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko. Buses run once daily and take around 5h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nikko to Fujikawaguchiko. We recommend that you take the bus to Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit and then to Kawaguchiko Station. instead which will take 5h 30m.

The closest major airport to Fujikawaguchiko is Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) which is approximately 92km (57 miles) from Fujikawaguchiko. Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) and Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko. The distance is around 239km (148 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nikko to Fujikawaguchiko is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around ¥5,200 ($38).

How do I get from Nikko to Fujikawaguchiko

Compare travel optionsbetween Nikko and Fujikawaguchiko

Transport options from Nikko to Fujikawaguchiko
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
5h 30m
¥5,200($38)
once daily281km (174 miles)
Bus via Yokohama Station East Exit6h 25m
¥6,710($49)
twice daily325km (202 miles)
Drive
3h 10m
¥3,560($26)
on demand239km (148 miles)

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Airports near Fujikawaguchiko

The following major airports near Fujikawaguchiko offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

HND
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
International Airport
Distance
92km (57 miles) from Fujikawaguchiko
FSZ
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
94km (59 miles) from Fujikawaguchiko
NRT
Narita International Airport (NRT)
International Airport
Distance
150km (93 miles) from Fujikawaguchiko