How to travel from Takayama to Nagoya, Japan

The distance between Takayama and Nagoya is around 145km (90 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2hrs.

3 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Nagoya.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥6,160($45)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Nagoya Station.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥3,695($27)
Operated by

Nouhi Bus

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Nagoya.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Distance145km (90 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Takayama and Nagoya

There are several options for getting from Takayama to Nagoya by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥3,695 ($27) and will take around 2h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥2,190 ($16).

The distance between Takayama and Nagoya is around 145km (90 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 111km (69 miles)

It takes around 2h 15m to get from Takayama and Nagoya by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Takayama to Nagoya is to drive which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx ¥2,190 ($16).

The cheapest way to travel between Takayama and Nagoya, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥3,695 ($27) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Takayama and Nagoya. It typically takes around 2h 15m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Takayama and Nagoya with no changeovers required. The train runs every 3 hours and takes 2h 15m.

Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Takayama and Nagoya. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Takayama and Nagoya. It typically takes around 2h 35m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Takayama and Nagoya with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 3 hours and takes 2h 35m.

Nouhi Bus run regular bus services between Takayama and Nagoya. Buses run every 3 hours and take around 2h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Takayama to Nagoya. We recommend that you take the train to Nagoya. instead which will take 2h 15m.

The closest major airport to Nagoya is Nagoya Airport (NKM) (NKM) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Nagoya. Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) (NGO) and Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) 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 Takayama and Nagoya. The distance is around 145km (90 miles) by road and it will take around 2hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Takayama to Nagoya is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around ¥6,160 ($45).

How do I get from Takayama to Nagoya

Compare travel optionsbetween Takayama and Nagoya

Transport options from Takayama to Nagoya
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 15m
¥6,160($45)
every 3 hours166km (103 miles)
Bus
2h 35m
¥3,695($27)
every 3 hours145km (90 miles)
Drive
2hrs
¥2,190($16)
on demand145km (90 miles)

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Airports near Nagoya

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

NKM
Nagoya Airport (NKM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Nagoya
NGO
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
International Airport
Distance
37km (23 miles) from Nagoya
FSZ
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
125km (78 miles) from Nagoya