Nagoya to Takayama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

69.4 miles 111.7 km · straight line
95.6 miles actual route 153.8 km · driving distance
1h 55min estimated drive time
JPY 1699 - JPY 2092 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
16° NNE bearing direction

How far is Nagoya from Takayama?

The distance from Nagoya to Takayama is 69.4 miles (111.7 km) as the crow flies. Takayama is located NNE of Nagoya. By car, the driving distance is approximately 95.6 miles, taking about 1h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in Japan.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Nagoya and Takayama. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Nagoya to Takayama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 55min JPY 1699 - JPY 2092 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 18min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 49min $11–$33* Comfort

At 95.6 miles, driving is often the most practical option.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Nagoya
35.18°N, 136.91°E
Asia/Tokyo
17m elevation
Takayama
36.15°N, 137.25°E
Asia/Tokyo
573m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 358.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM