Hakuba Valley is located on the main island of Japan in Honshu, about 270km northwest of Tokyo. The town of Hakuba is located around an hour’s drive from Nagano in the Nagano Prefecture.
Direct Shuttle Bus Transfer From Narita International Airport and Tokyo International Airport (Haneda Airport)
Shuttle busses operate from both Tokyo airports to Hakuba ski resorts. This is the most stress-free way to travel. Once you are on the bus, you can sit back and relax. Best to book flights to arrive mid-day and book your departure flights as late as possible as it’s a long bus ride. Shuttle Bus takes 5- 6 hours.
Train Transfer From Narita International Airport and Tokyo International Airport (Haneda Airport)
From either airport, you’ll need to make your way to the Tokyo train station and catch the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Nagano. The Shinkansen Bullet Train is the fastest way but will require you to manage your bags at each connection. It[‘s recommended that your ski bags and travel bags have rollers for easier transfer. At Nagano train station you’ll need to find bus stop number 26 and buy a ticket to the Happo bus terminal in Hakuba. The total trip is less than half the time at around 2.5 hours and the smooth ride of the Shinkansen Bullet Train at high speed is something to experience in your lifetime.
Private Taxi
Chuo Private Taxi (4 to 6 hours) depending on traffic is another option and can be cost-effective depending on the number of travelers.
Traveling Between Resorts In The Hakuba Valley
The resorts are interconnected, and timetables change throughout the season. The trickiest part is ensuring you can get from your accommodation to your ski school location on time, especially if you have kids in lessons for the day. We can help you with that, so be sure to contact us and we can ensure things flow smoothly for you.