Nozawa Onsen Liner
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The Nozawa Onsen Liner runs from the Shinkansen at Iiyama to the village's central terminal in about 25 minutes for ¥600. Check the connection before you book a train, since the bus does not wait for late Shinkansen.
Services
| Service | Time | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iiyama Station to Nozawa OnsenNozawa Onsen Kotsu | 25 min | Ten departures a day each way on the timetable to 30 November 2026From Iiyama Station 08:45 to 21:20; from Nozawa Onsen 06:30 to 19:35 | Timetable valid 30 March to 30 November 2026; runs all year The operator does not promise connections with the Hokuriku Shinkansen or the Iiyama Line. |
Fares
- Adult, one way¥600 (2026), about CAD 5.40 or USD 3.80 (October 2026 rates)
- Child 7 to 12, one wayAlso the fare for passengers with disabilities.¥300 (2026), about CAD 2.70 or USD 1.90 (October 2026 rates)
Nozawa Onsen Kotsu runs the Liner all year without bookings. On the timetable valid to 30 November 2026, ten buses a day leave Iiyama Station's Senkakugawa exit from stop 4, the first at 08:45 and the last at 21:20. The ride to Chuo Terminal takes about 25 minutes. Going back, the first bus leaves Nozawa at 06:30.
Adults pay ¥600 and children ¥300. A Suica works for one person, and groups of two or more buy tickets at the machine before boarding. The operator states plainly that the bus does not guarantee a connection with the Shinkansen or the Iiyama Line.
Worth knowing
- Match your Hakutaka to a Liner departure before you book.
- Buy tickets at the machine if you travel as a pair, since a Suica covers one fare per tap.
Quick answers about Nozawa Onsen Linerよくある質問
How do I get from Iiyama Station to Nozawa Onsen?
Take the Nozawa Onsen Liner from stop 4 at the Senkakugawa exit. It takes about 25 minutes and costs ¥600 for adults.
How long does Nozawa Onsen Liner take?
Iiyama Station to Nozawa Onsen takes about 25 min, ten departures a day each way on the timetable to 30 November 2026.
How much is Nozawa Onsen Liner?
Adult, one way on Nozawa Onsen Liner costs ¥600 (2026), about CAD 5.40 or USD 3.80 (October 2026 rates).
Do you need to book Nozawa Onsen Liner ahead?
Nozawa Onsen Liner: Groups over 20 must tell the operator ahead with the date, time, numbers and luggage.
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