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07:53
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
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07:53
Last train
23:08
Travel duration
42m
Daily departures
10
Departure station
Annaka
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direct
Arrival station
Nagano
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from $22
Fastest trip
41m
Longest trip
44m
Trains to Annaka
Inbound trains to Annaka arrive at either Annaka-Haruna Station or Annaka Station, depending on the line. Hokuriku Shinkansen services from Tokyo reach Annaka-Haruna in around 1h10m to 1h25m, while trains from Ueno arrive in about 1h. Services from Omiya reach Annaka-Haruna in around 45m. From the Nagano side, trains from Karuizawa arrive in about 12m, and services from Nagano take roughly 50m to 1h. On the Shinetsu Main Line, regional JR East trains from Takasaki arrive at Annaka Station in around 11m, while trains from Yokokawa take about 18m.
Visiting Annaka
Annaka is a secondary rail hub in western Gunma Prefecture, positioned between Takasaki and the Usui Pass area. The city has two main passenger stations: Annaka-Haruna on the Hokuriku Shinkansen and Annaka Station on the JR East Shinetsu Main Line. This gives Annaka both bullet train access and local rail links within the Takasaki area.
Trains from Annaka include Hokuriku Shinkansen services at Annaka-Haruna and regional JR East trains at Annaka Station. Annaka-Haruna is the main train station for long-distance travel toward the Tokyo corridor and Nagano Prefecture, while Annaka Station handles local services between Takasaki and Yokokawa on the Shinetsu Main Line.
Rail routes from Annaka run southeast toward Takasaki, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo, and northwest toward Karuizawa, Sakudaira, Ueda, and Nagano. Regional trains also connect Annaka with Yokokawa for the western end of the Shinetsu Main Line. Book trains from and to Annaka online at Rail Monsters.
Popular routes from Annaka
From Annaka-Haruna, JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen services run southeast toward the Tokyo corridor, stopping at major rail hubs such as Takasaki, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo. In the opposite direction, bullet train services continue toward Karuizawa and Nagano Prefecture, with onward connections across the Hokuriku Shinkansen network.
From Annaka Station, JR East Shinetsu Main Line trains provide regional access within western Gunma. Eastbound services run toward Takasaki, where passengers can transfer to Joetsu Shinkansen, Hokuriku Shinkansen, and regional lines. Westbound regional trains continue toward Yokokawa at the end of the active Shinetsu Main Line passenger section.
Train Operators Serving Annaka
JR East operates all passenger rail services serving Annaka. On the Hokuriku Shinkansen, JR East runs bullet train services from Annaka-Haruna on the Tokyo to Nagano corridor. On the Shinetsu Main Line, JR East operates regional trains from Annaka Station between Takasaki and Yokokawa. Rail Monsters books individual train tickets for JR East services serving Annaka, including long-distance bullet train tickets and regional rail options where available.
Destinations from Annaka
Rail services from Annaka stations
Bullet train services: JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen from Annaka-Haruna toward Tokyo, Ueno, Omiya, Takasaki, Karuizawa, and Nagano. Regional services: JR East Shinetsu Main Line trains from Annaka Station toward Takasaki and Yokokawa. Transfer services: Takasaki provides onward access to Joetsu Shinkansen, additional Hokuriku Shinkansen departures, and regional routes across Gunma and northern Kanto. Airport access by rail connection: Annaka passengers use Tokyo-area rail transfers for Haneda Airport and Narita Airport after reaching Ueno or Tokyo.
Travel from Annaka to Nagano by train and visit the historic Zenko-ji Temple or relax in the hot springs at Asama Onsen.
Frequency
10 times per day
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Annaka
Japan
42m
Nagano
Japan
Travel from Annaka to Honjo by train and visit the comfortable surroundings of Honjo Park or the historical Honjo City Museum.
Frequency
4 times per day
Popular Trains
Annaka
Japan
17m
Honjo
Japan
Travel from Annaka to Tokyo by train and visit the historic Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa or enjoy shopping at the famous Shibuya Crossing.
Frequency
10 times per day
Popular Trains
Annaka
Japan
1h 2m
Tokyo
Japan
Travel from Annaka to Saku by train and visit the historic Saku Castle or enjoy the scenic beauty at the Chikuma River.
Frequency
10 times per day
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Annaka
Japan
20m
Saku
Japan
Travel from Annaka to Karuizawa by train and enjoy the scenic views at Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza or take a walk in the beautiful Kumonodaira Park.
Frequency
10 times per day
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Annaka
Japan
10m
Karuizawa
Japan
Travel from Annaka to Ueda by train and visit the historic Ueda Castle or the beautiful Zenko-ji Temple.
Frequency
10 times per day
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Annaka
Japan
29m
Ueda
Japan
Travel from Annaka to Takasaki by train and visit the historic Takasaki Byakue Dai Kannon or relax in the scenic surroundings of Takasaki Park.
Frequency
10 times per day
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Annaka
Japan
7m
Takasaki
Japan
Travel from Annaka to Saitama by train and visit the Saitama Super Arena or relax at the Omiya Bonsai Village.
Frequency
10 times per day
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Annaka
Japan
37m
Saitama
Japan
Travel from Annaka to Ueno by train and visit Ueno Park or explore the Tokyo National Museum.
Frequency
10 times per day
Popular Trains
Annaka
Japan
56m
Ueno
Japan
Travel from Annaka to Kumagaya by train and visit the Kumagaya Sports Culture Park or the picturesque Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Park.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Annaka
Japan
24m
Kumagaya
Japan
Annaka Major Train Stations
Annaka has two main railway stations with different roles. Annaka-Haruna Station is the city's Hokuriku Shinkansen stop, served by JR East bullet train services running between the Tokyo corridor and Nagano direction. Annaka Station is on the JR East Shinetsu Main Line and handles regional trains between Takasaki and Yokokawa. The two stations are separate, so travelers should check the station name carefully before booking train tickets. Transfers between Annaka-Haruna and Annaka Station normally require local road transport or a connection via Takasaki, depending on the route. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.
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